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Landform Comparison

An interactive visualization that helps students compare and contrast the five major landform types.

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About This MicroSim

Learn to identify and compare major landforms:

  • Mountains - High elevation, steep slopes, peaks
  • Hills - Lower than mountains, gentle slopes
  • Plateaus - Flat tops at high elevation
  • Valleys - Low areas between mountains or hills
  • Plains - Large flat areas at low elevation

Learning Objectives

After using this simulation, students will be able to:

  • Identify each landform type by its characteristics
  • Compare elevation and slope differences
  • Understand how landforms affect human settlement