Earth Changes Qzz

A _____________ is a mountain that builds up around an opening in Earth's crust.

• crater
• volcano
• fault
• landslide

What are the three factors that cause slow changes to Earth's surface? (Hint: 1, 2, 3)

• Wind, Rain, Ice

• Wind & Water

• Sun, Wind, Ice

• Wind, Water,& Ice

feature on the surface of Earth such as a mountain, hill, dune, ocean, or river

• Weathering

• Deposition

• Erosion

• Landform

the breakdown of rock into smaller pieces from the effects of wind, water, and ice

• Weathering

• Deposition

• Erosion

• Landform

the gradual moving of smaller pieces by wind, water, and other natural forces

• Weathering

• Deposition

• Erosion

• Landform

the settling, layering, and build up of land by the settlement of sediment and soil in a new location

• Weathering

• Deposition

• Erosion

• Landform

a deep gorge in the surface of Earth formed by the erosion of moving water and sand (Hint: Usually has a river running through it)

• Delta

• Valley

• Sand Dune

• Canyon

hills formed by wind blowing and depositing sand

• Delta

• Valley

• Sand Dune

• Canyon

low area between to hills or mountains created by ice (U-shaped) or rivers (V-shaped)

• Delta

• Valley

• Sand Dune

• Canyon

How long do changes to Earth's landforms take when weathering, erosion, and deposition are a part of the steps?

• Instantly

• 1 day

• a few months

• Years & Years