Types of Landforms

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What is a mountain?
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A mountain is a large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings, usually with a peak.
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What defines a valley?
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A valley is a low area between hills or mountains, often with a river running through it.
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What is a plain?
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A plain is a flat, sweeping land mass that generally does not change much in elevation.
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How is a plateau formed?
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A plateau is formed through processes like volcanic activity or the uplift of land during tectonic movements.
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What is a hill?
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A hill is a landform that extends above the surrounding terrain, less tall than a mountain.
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What distinguishes a desert?
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A desert is an arid land area, usually sandy, with little rainfall and vegetation.
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What is a peninsula?
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A peninsula is a piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides but connected to the mainland.
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Describe a glacier.
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A glacier is a massive, slow-moving ice body, formed from compacted layers of snow.
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What is a canyon?
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A canyon is a deep gorge, typically one with a river flowing through it.
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How is a volcano defined?
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A volcano is an opening in the Earth's crust where lava, ash, and gases erupt.
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What is an island?
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An island is a piece of land surrounded by water.
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What defines a delta?
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A delta is a landform created at the mouth of a river, where it deposits sediment into a standing body of water.
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What are dunes?
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Dunes are mounds or ridges of sand formed by the wind.
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What is a swamp?
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A swamp is a wetland area that is forested and often flooded with water.
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What is a fjord?
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A fjord is a long, deep, narrow body of water that reaches far inland, formed by glaciers.
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