Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition Quiz

Which process breaks down the surface of the Earth?

• Weathering

• Deposition

• Erosion

• Sedimentation

Which process picks up smaller pieces and takes them away?

• Weathering

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Compaction

Which process drops off smaller pieces at a different location?

• Erosion

• Cementation

• Weathering

• Deposition

What type of weathering is done by moving water, ice, wind, and plants?

• Biological Weathering

• Physical Weathering

• Thermal Weathering

• Chemical Weathering

What type of weathering is done by rainwater or acids?

• Biological Weathering

• Chemical Weathering

• Thermal Weathering

• Physical Weathering

Which process is responsible for the smooth rocks in a riverbed?

• Chemical Weathering

• Physical Weathering

• Erosion

• Deposition

What caused the Statue of Liberty to turn green?

• Chemical Weathering

• Physical Weathering

• Erosion

• Deposition

What is a river delta an example of?

• Weathering

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Sedimentation

Which process helps in forming beaches?

• Compaction

• Deposition

• Erosion

• Weathering

Which process involves the movement of sediments from one place to another?

• Sedimentation

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering