4.2 Soil Formation and Erosion: A Vital Resource

What was the main topic of the presentation?

• Soil Formation and Erosion

• Water Cycle

• Plant Growth

• Climate Change

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What is the first step in the soil formation process?

• Organic matter decomposes

• Weathering breaks down rock

• Soil horizons form

• Plants grow.

The type of rock from which the soil is derived is known as ______.

• Climate

• Parent Material

• Topography

• Time

Water flow and erosion are affected by slope and elevation, which are aspects of ______.

• Parent Material

• Climate

• Topography

• Time

Which factor is described by the influence of temperature, precipitation, and humidity on weathering?

• Parent Material

• Climate

• Topography

• Time

Fill in the blank: ______ and human activities can also contribute to erosion.

• Rainfall

• Earthquakes

• Photosynthesis

• Plant growth

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Which natural phenomenon can lead to soil erosion apart from water and wind?

• Volcanic eruptions

• Photosynthesis

• Animal migration

• Plant growth

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Which of the following best describes Wind Erosion?

• A) Soil is dissolved in water

• B) Dry soil is picked up and blown away

• C) Soil is compacted by human activities

• D) Soil is covered by plants.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Poor agricultural practices include ______.

• Adequate crop rotation

• Monoculture

• Sustainable farming

• Biodiversity enhancement.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Extreme soil erosion can lead to the expansion of _______.

• Forests

• Deserts

• Urban areas

• Wetlands

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