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Geographic Processes
Year 10 Geography
Term | Definition |
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Divergent Boundaries | Plates moving away from each other |
Convergent Boundaries | Plates moving towards each other |
Transform Boundaries | Plates moving past each other |
Tectonic Processes | Divergent Boundaries, Convergent Boundaries, Transform Boundaries |
Erosion Processes | Erosion is the process in which earthen materials are worn away and transported by natural forces such as wind or water. |
Vegetation Clearance | Vegetation clearing is the removal of unwanted plants from a specific area. |
Dam | A wall built across a creek or river, to block the flow of water. |
Invasive species | An introduced species living outside its native area. |
Extracting Fossil Fuels | Extraction processes can generate air and water pollution, and harm local communities. |
Burning Fossil Fuels | When the fuels are burned, they emit toxins and contribute to global warming. |