U6.S1.B4: Erosion & Deposition
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Directions Part 1
1. Take the quiz and watch the video "Effect of Erosion and Deposition" or read pages 266-267, 272-275, & 291-295 |
2. Define the following 3 terms:
-weathering -erosion -deposition
3. Answer Question: Which factor most contributes to water erosion?
4. Answer Question: How do glaciers change the surface of the Earth?
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Directions Part 2
1. Take the quiz and watch the video "The Formation of Stream Valleys" or read pages 278-279 & 286-289 |
2. Explain the differences between a valley and a canyon.
3. Research and look at pictures of the Grand Canyon. Notice any water?
4. Answer Question: How does a river cause canyons or valleys to form?
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Directions Part 3
1. Take the quiz and watch the video "Alluvial Channels" or read pages 276-279 & 290 |
2. Define the following 2 terms:
-alluvial channel/fan -meandering river channel
3. Explain the differences between cut banks and point bars.
4. Answer Question: Where is sediment deposited in a meandering river?
5. Answer Question: What freshwater features are created by deposition?
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Directions Part 4
1. Research the Mississippi River Delta. Look at images and read articles.
2. Read pages 276-279.
3. Answer Question: Explain the process that is forming the Mississippi River Delta.
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Directions Part 5
1. Take the quiz and watch the video "The Effects of Coastal Erosion" or read pages 296-300 & 439-441. |