Slow Changes to Earth's Landscape

What is a slow change to Earth's surface?

• a flood

• an earthquake

• weathering

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The breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces is called:

• erosion

• weathering

What do you think helped change the shape of this rock?

• Ms. Michelle

• a flood

• wind

• a tsunami

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Why does this water look "dirty"?

• People made it dirty.

• It comes from a dirty place.

• Tiny rocks are being carried away with the water.

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Weathering happens when a rock's shape is formed. This can take:

• 2 minutes

• 6 months

• 20 seconds

• thousands of years

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How do you feel about slow changes to Earth's surface?

• I understand and can explain it to others.

• I think I understand.

• I need help.

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A professional who studies Earth and its materials is called

• a zoologist

• geologist

• an architect

• a landscape artist

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