Science Unit 1 Test

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What is a landslide?

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A landslide is a destructive process where part of Earth's surface is broken down into smaller pieces of rock and soil.

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What is the difference between a dam and a levee?

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A dam is built across a waterway to block water flow, while a levee is built along a waterway to limit flooding.

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What process occurs when lava flows down a volcano and hardens?

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This is the constructive process of land formation.

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How was Arizona's Grand Canyon formed?

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The Grand Canyon was formed by physical weathering caused by a large river.

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What geological events can change wildlife habitats?

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Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and floods can all change wildlife habitats.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by natural processes.

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What is a volcano?

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A volcano is an opening in the Earth's crust where molten rock, ash, and gases can escape.

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What is a river's role in shaping landforms?

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Rivers can shape landforms through processes like erosion and sediment deposition.

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What is a flood?

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A flood is an overflow of water onto land that is normally dry, often caused by heavy rain or melting snow.