How is the Earth’s Surface Built Up?
S5E1a - Identify surface features caused by constructive processes.
The more people understand about the causes and effects of changes to Earth's surface, the better they can manage those changes. People can work with nature to take care of Earth's surface and enjoy its features. Click on the 3 links about to learn more about how the Earth's surface is built up.
Find the answers to each of the questions by clicking on the blue link in each question! Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.
Find the answers to each of the questions by clicking on the blue link in each question! Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.
- What is deposition?
- What sediment?
- Explain how sand and running water can create constructive forces.
- What are alluvial fans?
- What can prevent a sand dune from moving? (Click on ‘Amazing Origins of Sand Dunes’)
- Due to plate tectonics, which mountain range is newly formed? (click on the picture that says ‘Tectonics’.
- What happens when tectonic plates separate? (Click here to see a cool animation)
- How are shield volcanoes formed?
- Let's build your own volcano. Under what conditions are shield volcanoes made?
- What is a moraine?