Wind erosion
what is wind erosion
What is the process where wind moves sand, soil, or dust from one place to another
Waves erode the land mostly along this area
What is the coastline
Water flowing downhill wears away land over time
What is water erosion
A tornado is a fast-spinning column of air that touches the ground and is connected to this.
What is a thunderstorm
A hurricane is a large storm with strong winds that forms over this.
What is warm ocean water
What is it called when wind removes the top layer of soil?
what is deflation
These landforms are formed when waves wear away the base of a cliff
What are sea caves
water erosion can carry soil and rock into rivers and streams, leading to this.
What is sediment buildup (or sedimentation)
What shape does a tornado usually look like
What is a funnel
The calm center of a hurricane is called this
What is the eye
What kind of landform is made by wind piling up sand?
what is a sand dune
This happens when waves carry away sand and rocks from the shore
What is coastal erosion
after it rains, water flowing downhill can create these small channels.
What are rills or gullies
The middle of a tornado is called this
What is the eye
These two dangers from hurricanes cause most damage
What are wind and flooding (or storm surge)
what type of erosion happens when wind-blown Sand scrapes rocks surfaces?
what is abrasion
This type of beach structure is formed from sand or rocks deposited by waves
What is a sandbar
Water erosion happens faster when there are no trees or this to hold the soil in place
What is vegetation
This area in the U.S. is known for having the most tornadoes
What is Tornado Alley
What kind of storm can have really strong winds and heavy rain?
Why is wind erosion more common in deserts and dry areas?
What is because there is little vegetation to hold soil in place?
A tall, narrow rock formation in the ocean left behind after a sea arch collapses
What is a sea stack
This famous U.S. landmark was formed by water erosion from the Colorado River.
What is the Grand Canyon
If a tornado is coming, you should go to this safe place in your home.
what is a basement or interior room without windows
People who live in hurricane zones may be told to do this to stay safe.
What is evacuate or leave their homes