Identify Landforms
A strip of land covered with sand, pebbles, or small stones at the edge of a body of water, especially by an ocean or lake
Beach
Describe a mountain
A mountain is a landform that rises high above its surroundings. Taller than a hill, it usually has steep slopes and a rounded or sharp peak.
What is a group of mountains called?
Range
Island
Describe a lake
Large body of fresh water
What are valleys usually between
Mountains or hills
Large body of fresh water surrounded by land
Lake
What is the difference between a mountain and a hill?
Mountains are taller and bumpier
Where do most rivers flow?
Into the Ocean
A natural hollow space under the ground that has an opening large enough for a person to enter
Cave
A valley is a long depression, or ditch, in Earth’s surface. It usually lies between ranges of hills or mountains
How large is the opening of a cave?
A flat, elevated landform that is raised above the surrounding area on at least one side
Plateau
Describe a river
A naturally raised area of land, not as high or bumpy as a mountain.
What is one of the landforms we mentioned, but did not learn about?
Plains or Volcanos