Physical
Processes
Processes
The physical process that occurs when tectonic plates scrape, bump, or crash into each other
What is an earthquake
The result of the Earth's overall average temperature changing as a result of increased greenhouse gas emissions
What is warming tempertures
The capital of Canada
What is Ottawa
The physical process that occurs when there is an earthquake on the ocean floor
What is a Tsunami
A type of extreme tropical storm that has become more frequent due to climate change
What are hurricanes
The number of Provinces and Territories in Canada
What is 13 (10 Provinces and 3 Territories)
The physical process that occurs when strong winds pick up dirt and debris in dry climates
What are dust storms
What is rising sea levels
The capital of Ontario
What is Toronto
The physical process that occurs when too much water on a slope (mountain) causes the land to flow down
What is a landslide
The creation of new land in coastal areas by depositing materials such as sand, rock, and concrete into the water
What is land reclamation
The coast on which British Columbia is located
What is the West Coast
The physical process that occurs when arable land becomes desert due to factors such as reduced rainfall or poor agricultural practices
What is desertification
The wearing away of the Earth's surface by increasing water levels
What is coastal erosion
The capital of Nova Scotia
What is Halifax