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| What two major factors affect the amount of erosion that occurs on land? |
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1.Strength of force(wind/water)causing the erosion.
2.Resistance of soil that is being eroded. |
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| What do contour intervals show on a topographic map? |
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| The elevation changes between the contour lines. |
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| An ecologist is someone who studies what? |
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| Studies relationships between organisms and the environment. |
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| List 4 types of mechanical weathering. |
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Definition
1.Ice wedging
2.Pressure release
3.Plant root growth
4.Abrasion |
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| What is an example of a landform that has resulted from erosion? |
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| What is a type of earth process that builds up earth material? |
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Constructive process/force
An example:Deposition=(Delta) |
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| The process by which natural forces break down rocks. |
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| What are two main types of weathering? |
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