Landscapes & Landforms Revision

Tectonic movement refers to:

• The movement of Earth's plates

• The process of photosynthesis in plants

• The evaporation of water from oceans

• The rotation of the Earth on its axis

Weathering is the process of:

• Breaking down of rocks by natural forces

• Movement of rocks by water

• Formation of rocks from magma

• Melting of rocks due to heat

Erosion is the process by which...

• Soil and rock are removed by natural forces

• New rocks are formed

• Tectonic plates move

• Plants grow

Deposition is the process by which:

• Rocks are broken down

• Sediments are transported by wind or water

• Sediments are laid down in new locations

• Minerals are dissolved in water

Coastal areas are related to which of the following?

• Mountains

• Deserts

• Sea or ocean

• Grassland

Mountains are characterized by:

• High elevation and steep slopes

• Flat and low-lying areas

• Sandy and dry surfaces

• Dense forests and wetlands

Aquatic landscapes are characterized by:

• Presence of water bodies such as lakes, rivers, and oceans

• High mountain ranges and rocky terrain

• Desert areas with little to no water

• Dense forests with tall trees

Grassland landscapes are characterized by:

• Dense forests and high rainfall

• Sparse vegetation and low rainfall

• Large bodies of water

• Mountainous terrain

Karst landscapes are characterized by which of the following features?

• Flat plains with rich soil

• Sand dunes and sparse vegetation

• Sinkholes, caves, and underground rivers

• Volcanic mountains and lava flows

Which of these are examples of aquatic landscapes?.

• Great Barrier Reef, Lake Eyre, Murray River

• Uluru, Simpson Desert, Blue Mountains

• Kakadu National Park, Daintree Rainforest, Flinders Ranges

• Nullarbor Plain, MacDonnell Ranges, Great Dividing Range