Weathering, Erosion, & Soil

Front

Which of the following statements is true? Weathering breaks down rock, erosion moves it someplace else; Erosion breaks down rock, weathering moves it someplace else

Back

Weathering breaks down rock, erosion moves it someplace else

Front

What is a process in which the materials in Earth's surface are loosened, dissolved, or worn away and transported from one place to another?

Back

Erosion

Front

Which is NOT one of the primary agents of erosion? Wind, Glaciers, Gravity, Plant growth

Back

Plant growth

Front

Which agent of erosion can blow soil over large distances and smooth the face of soft rock?

Back

Wind

Front

Which is NOT true of glaciers? Options: They move, They carry sediment with them, They carve valleys, They only have affected land in the Arctic

Back

They only have affected land in the Arctic

Front

Mass movement of rocks is caused by

Back

Gravity

Front

What might you see if an area has been experiencing soil creep? Options: Deep valleys, Trees & fences pointed sideways, Glaciers, Sandstone

Back

Trees & fences pointed sideways

Front

Why is soil erosion a major concern?

Back

If the topsoil erodes, plants can't grow

Front

Which is NOT a reason for soil erosion? Climate change, Catastrophic weather, Improper farming techniques

Back

Trees planted near fields

Front

How was Antelope Canyon formed?

Back

Erosion due to wind and flash flooding