Geology Quiz

What is the process called that involves the break-up of rock physically or chemically?

• Erosion

• Sedimentation

• Weathering

• Compaction

What is the opposite of erosion?

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Sedimentation

• Erosion

Which feature is characterized by wavy patterns on sedimentary rocks?

• Ripple marks

• Foliation

• Cleavage

• Jointing

What is the term used for the layering in sedimentary beds?

• Bedding

• Folding

• Faulting

• Erosion

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

What is the primary characteristic of stratification in sedimentary rocks?

• Parallel layers

• Random layers

• Vertical layers

• Circular layers

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

What is the main factor that causes different types of bedding?

• Changes in sediment supply

• Changes in temperature

• Changes in pressure

• Changes in light

In graded bedding, how does the particle size change?

• It remains the same

• It becomes progressively smaller toward the bottom

• It becomes progressively larger toward the bottom

• It varies randomly

What is the characteristic feature of graded bedding?

• Uniform color

• Progressive change in particle size

• Consistent thickness

• Random layering

In geology, what does graded bedding indicate about sediment deposition?

• Rapid deposition

• Gradual deposition

• Uniform deposition

• Random deposition

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

What does the presence of graded bedding suggest about past environmental conditions?

• Stable conditions

• Changing conditions

• Random conditions

• Uniform conditions

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2