Types of Landforms

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What is a mountain?

A mountain is a large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings, usually with a peak.

What defines a valley?

A valley is a low area between hills or mountains, often with a river running through it.

What is a plain?

A plain is a flat, sweeping land mass that generally does not change much in elevation.

How is a plateau formed?

A plateau is formed through processes like volcanic activity or the uplift of land during tectonic movements.

What is a hill?

A hill is a landform that extends above the surrounding terrain, less tall than a mountain.

What distinguishes a desert?

A desert is an arid land area, usually sandy, with little rainfall and vegetation.

What is a peninsula?

A peninsula is a piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides but connected to the mainland.

Describe a glacier.

A glacier is a massive, slow-moving ice body, formed from compacted layers of snow.

What is a canyon?

A canyon is a deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.

How is a volcano defined?

A volcano is an opening in the Earth's crust where lava, ash, and gases erupt.

What is an island?

An island is a piece of land surrounded by water.

What defines a delta?

A delta is a landform created at the mouth of a river, where it deposits sediment into a standing body of water.

What are dunes?

Dunes are mounds or ridges of sand formed by the wind.

What is a swamp?

A swamp is a wetland area that is forested and often flooded with water.

What is a fjord?

A fjord is a long, deep, narrow body of water that reaches far inland, formed by glaciers.