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The faster the water, the more energy it has which causes more ________ .
erosion
What three things are needed to form a sand dune?
a large amount of sand, wind, and a good location for sand to build up
What are two ways humans can help or protect landforms?
People can plant beach grass where sand dunes are eroding. New wetlands can be developed to replace damaged areas.
What are two ways humans can change or damage landforms?
Sand dunes can be damaged by recreational vehicles like ATVs. Dams in rivers can reduce the natural flow of water.
a low area of land between two higher areas, often formed by water
valley
a deep valley carved by flowing water
canyon
occurs when eroded sediments are dropped in another location
deposition
the breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces by wind, rain or temperature change
weathering
the removal of weathered rock material that is transported (moved) to another location by water, wind, ice or gravity.
erosion
Both canyons and deltas are: ________ , __________ , and _______ .
formed by Earth's natural processes, formed by the flow of water, occur over time
How are canyons formed?
by erosion
What causes erosion to occur the fastest: wind, water or ice?
water
A fan-shaped mass of mud and sediment that forms where a river enters a large body of water is called a ___________.
delta
True or False: Sediment can be moved by wind or water.
True
True or False: A river can cut through rock.
True
What are some effects of heavy rain in one area?
1. more erosion will occur 2. rocks, sand and soil will be moved. 3. streams will have more flowing water
Mounds of sand that form on beaches and in deserts are called ____ .
dunes
How do sand dunes form?
winds carry sand piles up to form dunes.
What landform is made by deposition?
delta
The surface of the Earth is shaped by what 3 things?
water, wind, and ice
What are deltas shaped like?
triangles


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