Landforms Overview

These flashcards cover the key terms and definitions related to landforms discussed in the lecture.

Plain

A flat, broad area of land, often found in the interior of continents.

Plateau

A flat area raised significantly above its surroundings, typically with steep sides.

Folded Mountains

Mountains formed by the collision and folding of tectonic plates, exemplified by the Appalachian Mountains.

Upwarped Mountains

Mountains formed by forces pushing the crust upward, such as the Adirondack Mountains.

Fault Block Mountains

Mountains formed by fractures in the Earth's crust that displace sections of the rock, like the Sierra Nevada.

Volcanic Mountains

Mountains formed by volcanic activity, such as Mount St. Helens and Mauna Loa.

Viscosity

A measure of a fluid's resistance to flow, affecting how lava behaves during volcanic eruptions.

Storm Surge

An abnormal rise of water generated by a storm, particularly affecting flat coastal plains.

Oyster Beds

Areas in coastal regions where oysters grow, often exposed during low tides.

Interior Plains

Flat areas in the central part of the United States, known for agricultural output.