Landforms
What is a landform?
Something on the Earth's surface that happens naturally without the help of humans.
What is a mountain?
A landform that rises high above the surrounding ground, taller than 300 meters.
A low area between hills and mountains.
What are 3 parts that make up earth?
Land, water, air
Name 3 local landforms in Alberta.
Mountains, hills, plateaus, valleys, prairies
What is a hill?
A landform that is higher than the ground but smaller than 300 meters.
What is a plain?
Plains are big, flat areas of land.
True or false: Earth is the only planet that supports life.
True
True or false: landforms are always changing
True
What is a plateau?
An area of land that is raised with a flat top.
What industry are plains good for?
Earth is the _____ planet from the sun.
Third
What landforms are above sea level?
Hills, mountains and plateaus
Where are the rocky mountains located?
What are the sides of a valley called?
Valley wall
What is the tallest mountain in the Canadian rockies?
Mount Robson
What are some things you can see on a plain?
Trees and grass, sometimes hills, mountains, or rivers