Valleys and Plains

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What is 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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How are valleys formed?
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Valleys are formed by processes like erosion and glacial activity.
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What are plains?
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Plains are large areas of flat or gently rolling land.
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How are plains typically formed?
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Plains are formed from sediment deposited by rivers and other natural processes.
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What is a famous valley in California?
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The Napa Valley.
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What is the Great Plains?
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A large expanse of flat land across central North America.
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Can valleys be created by glaciers?
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Yes, valleys can be formed by glacial activity.
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What is an example of a famous plain?
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The Serengeti Plain in Tanzania.
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What is an alluvial plain?
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A flat area of land created by sediment deposited by rivers.
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What is the name given to valleys with wide, flat floors?
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U-shaped valleys.
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Which of the following is a type of valley: U-shaped or square?
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U-shaped.
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What is the difference between a valley and a plain?
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A valley is a low area between higher elevations, while a plain is a wide, flat area.
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What is a rift valley?
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A rift valley is formed by the separation of tectonic plates.
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What is a floodplain?
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A floodplain is a flat area near a river that is prone to flooding.
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What is a gorge?
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A deep, narrow valley with steep sides.
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