Practice Stalactites, Stalagmites And Pillars (6.5.3)

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Question 1.
What is a stalactite?
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Think of what hangs down.
Question 2.
What do stalagmites rise from?
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Consider what builds up from below.
3Question 3.
What are stalactites formed from?
- Rock debris
- Mineral-rich water
- Sand
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Think about what is present in caves.
4Question 4.
Stalagmites grow from which part of the cave?
- True
- False
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Consider where water lands.
Question 5.
Discuss how climate changes could impact the growth of stalactites and stalagmites.
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Consider what effects temperature changes could have on water's ability to hold minerals.
Question 6.
Evaluate the role of stalactites and stalagmites in understanding geological history.
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Think about what these formations can reveal about the earth's history.

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