Science: Soils, Rocks, and Landforms Test Review

Front

What occurs when two or more substances mix together and create a new substance?

Back

Chemical Reaction

Front

What process makes rocks smaller and smoother?

Back

Physical Weathering

Front

What are the remains of plants and animals found in soil called?

Back

Humus

Front

What shapes a rock to look smoother than it did before?

Back

Physical Weathering

Front

What can be formed through weathering, erosion, and deposition?

Back

Landform

Front

What is the process called when rocks break down into smaller pieces?

Back

Weathering

Front

What type of rock is formed from the accumulation of sediment?

Back

Sedimentary Rock

Front

What is the term for the movement of soil and rock from one place to another?

Back

Erosion

Front

What is the layer of soil that is rich in nutrients and supports plant growth?

Back

Topsoil

Front

What is the process by which water, wind, or ice transports sediment?

Back

Erosion