Formation of Landforms

What is the process of forming a river delta?

• The process of forming a river delta involves the movement of tectonic plates

• The process of forming a river delta involves the melting of a glacier

• The process of forming a river delta involves the eruption of a volcano

• The process of forming a river delta involves the accumulation of sediment carried by a river as it empties into an ocean, sea, lake, or another river.

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Which of the following landforms is formed by wind?

• sand dune

• volcano

• mountain

• river

What causes the formation of canyons?

• Volcanic activity

• Glacial movement

• Erosion

• Tectonic plate movement

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Which process is responsible for shaping river deltas?

• sediment deposition

• volcanic activity

• erosion

• glacial movement

What is the main agent of erosion in sand dune formation?

• water

• wind

• gravity

• plants

Which of the following is NOT a factor in the formation of canyons?

• Water erosion

• Volcanic activity

• Wind erosion

• Glacial movement

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Which of the following is a characteristic of sand dunes?

• Are made up of rocks instead of sand

• Are found only in cold climates

• Always remain stationary

• Constantly changing shape due to the movement of the sand

What is the process of depositing sediment in a river delta called?

• evaporation

• condensation

• sedimentation

• erosion

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of river deltas?

• They are formed by sediment deposition

• They are found at the mouth of rivers

• They are formed by volcanic activity

• They are constantly changing shape due to the movement of water and sediment

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What is the main agent of erosion in the formation of canyons?

• Wind

• Water

• Glacial movement

• Volcanic activity

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