Destructive Forces Flashcards
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What is erosion?

A destructive force that breaks down existing landforms to create new ones.

Which of the following can volcanic eruptions cause?

  • Floods
  • Tornadoes
  • Earthquakes (correct)
  • Mud flows (correct)
  • Earthquakes _____ can be caused by volcanic eruptions.

    can be caused by volcanic eruptions

    Earthquakes happen when _____.

    <p>tectonic plates suddenly move past one another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Liquefaction _____ happens when soil is weakened by water and seismic waves.

    <p>happens when soil is weakened by water and seismic waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Volcanoes _____ can cause tsunamis.

    <p>can cause tsunamis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Tsunamis _____ can cause extensive flooding.

    <p>can cause extensive flooding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following would most likely be formed by erosion?

    <p>Valley</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mudslides can be caused by _____ (Choose all that apply).

    <p>Earthquakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a tsunami?

    <p>A series of destructive ocean waves caused by vibrations in Earth's crust.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is liquefaction?

    <p>The weakening of oversaturated soil caused by seismic waves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Erosion

    • Erosion is a destructive geological force that alters landforms, breaking them down to create new features.

    Volcanic Eruptions

    • Volcanic eruptions can trigger mud flows and are associated with seismic activity such as earthquakes.

    Earthquakes

    • Earthquakes can arise as a result of volcanic activity.
    • They occur due to the sudden movement of tectonic plates.

    Liquefaction

    • Liquefaction is the process where soil loses strength and behaves like a liquid when subjected to water and seismic activity.

    Tsunamis

    • Volcanoes are capable of generating tsunamis, which are large ocean waves.
    • Tsunamis can lead to significant flooding and destruction along coastlines.

    Erosion and Landforms

    • Valleys are commonly formed as a result of erosion processes.

    Causes of Mudslides

    • Mudslides can primarily be triggered by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

    Tsunami Definition

    • A tsunami is defined as a series of destructive ocean waves that are caused by vibrations occurring within the Earth's crust.

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    Explore the various natural destructive forces such as erosion, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes through this flashcard quiz. Each card presents key concepts and definitions that illustrate how these forces shape our planet. Test your knowledge and deepen your understanding of geology.

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