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Glacial Erosion and Deposition

See how many answers you can get right with this Glacial Erosion and Deposition quiz:

1. A glacier is a:

A slowly moving mass of ice formed by the accumulation and compaction of snow A fast moving river of water formed by torrential rainfall

2. A fjord is typically formed by:

Submergence of a glaciated valley Compaction of boulder clay Melting particle sedimentation

3. Drumlins are:

Depressions in the land, filled with water Long, tear-drop-shaped sedimentary formations Small steep-sided mounds of soil and gravel

4. What is the distinctive feature of erratic boulders?

These rocks have steep sides These rocks might seem a little out of place These rocks keep moving

5. Glaciation can impact land by?

Flowing and sliding Running and flowing Snowing and melting Eroding and depositing

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