Here’s a breakdown of the landforms shaped by the two geologic processes you mentioned:
| Geologic Process | Describe the Shape of the Landforms | Record Other Observations or Questions | |------------------|-------------------------------------|---------------------------------------| | Flowing Water | The shapes often appear branching, with winding paths that can have curved and loopy formations. Rivers and streams create V-shaped valleys, and their banks can be wide at certain points, leading to floodplains. | Flowing water can shape the landscape over time, giving rise to canyons and delta formations. How does the speed of the river affect the landforms created? What happens to the landforms during heavy rainfall or flooding? | | Flowing Lava | The shapes created by flowing lava can be circular (in the case of lava domes or craters), spread out (when lava flows extend wide), or even triangular, depending on the volcanic activity and type of lava. Lava flows can form smooth, rounded surfaces or jagged, irregular shapes. | The texture and appearance of lava flow landforms can differ based on the composition of the lava. How do different types of lava (e.g., the viscosity) affect the resulting landforms? What are the long-term impacts of volcanic eruptions on surrounding ecosystems? |
Feel free to adjust any descriptions or observations based on the specific landforms you’re observing!