Changes to Earth's Surface

What is weathering?

• The process of breaking down rocks, soil, and minerals through exposure to the atmosphere, water, and biological organisms.

• The process of rocks, soil, and minerals forming through exposure to the atmosphere, water, and biological organisms.

• The process of rocks, soil, and minerals being transported by wind and water.

• The process of rocks, soil, and minerals being compressed and hardened over time.

What is erosion?

• The process of eradicating soil, rock, or other materials through the action of wind, water, or ice.

• The process of wearing away or displacing soil, rock, or other materials through the action of wind, water, or ice.

• The process of building up soil, rock, or other materials through the action of wind, water, or ice.

• The process of transforming soil, rock, or other materials through the action of wind, water, or ice.

Which of the following is an example of weathering?

• Gradual wearing away of rocks by wind and water

• Sudden eruption of a volcano

• Formation of a new mountain range

• Melting of polar ice caps

Which of the following is an example of erosion?

• Tree growing taller

• Volcano erupting

• Wind blowing sand dunes

• River carving out a canyon

What is a landform?

• A landform is a type of weather phenomenon.

• A landform is a man-made structure on the Earth's surface.

• A landform is a term used to describe the shape of a person's face.

• A landform is a natural feature of the Earth's surface.

Which of the following is a landform?

• cloud

• river

• mountain

• ocean

What is topography?

• The study of animal behavior

• The study of weather patterns

• The study of ancient civilizations

• Physical features of a land surface

Which of the following is related to topography?

• Earth's surface

• Astronomy

• Chemical reactions

• Ocean currents

What is a valley?

• A valley is a low area between hills or mountains.

• A valley is a type of tree found in forests.

• A valley is a body of water surrounded by land.

• A valley is a high area between hills or mountains.

What is a plateau?

• A plateau is a flat or gently sloping elevated area that is higher than the surrounding land.

• A plateau is a deep, narrow valley.

• A plateau is a large body of water.

• A plateau is a tall, rocky mountain.