HS SCI CHP 14: Part 7 - Bedrock Channels

What is described as the rate of energy loss on a channel bed that can lead to erosion?

• Channel width
• Water flow rate
• Stream power
• Sediment transport

Which of the following best describes bedrock?

• A type of sedimentary rock found on the surface.
• A type of mineral found in the ocean.
• A layer of loose materials above the soil.
• The solid rock layer beneath soil and loose materials.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Which of the following is a process of forming bedrock channels that involves the erosion and transport of large chunks of rocks?

• Abrasion
• Sedimentation
• Weathering
• Plucking

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Which of the following is a process of forming bedrock channels that involves erosion from particles scraping against each other?

• Abrasion
• Sedimentation
• Weathering
• Hydraulic action

Which term describes loose soil and sediments that may be found covering bedrock?

• topsoil
• clay
• Alluvium

• silt