Understanding Erosion
A Grade 4 science worksheet introducing students to the concept of erosion, its causes, and effects.
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Understanding Erosion
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Erosion is the process by which natural forces like wind, water, ice, and gravity wear away and transport soil, rock, and other weathered materials. It constantly shapes the Earth's surface.
1. Which of the following is NOT a natural force that causes erosion?
Wind
Water
Sunlight
Ice
2. What is the main effect of erosion on landforms?
It makes them grow taller.
It wears them away and changes their shape.
It makes them glow in the dark.
It covers them with plants.
3. The movement of weathered rock and soil by wind, water, or ice is called .
4. When water flows down a hillside, it can pick up and carry away loose soil, causing erosion.
5. Erosion only happens very slowly over millions of years.
True
False
6. Planting trees and grass can help prevent erosion.
True
False
7. Describe one way water can cause erosion in your local area.