Weathering and Erosion: Introduction

The video explores the geological processes responsible for shaping unusual formations in southern Utah, the forces causing rock falls, the effects of weathering on tombstones, and the transport of sand in dunes. It aims to answer these questions by investigating the powerful forces of weathering and erosion.

What is responsible for the creation of unusual rock formations in southern Utah?

• Earthquakes

• Weathering and erosion

• Human activity

• Volcanic eruptions

Which force is likely to cause a rock to fall from an overhanging cliff?

• Electromagnetic force

• Magnetic force

• Gravitational force

• Nuclear force

What might cause a tombstone to become nearly illegible over time?

• Painting

• Reconstruction

• Vandalism

• Weathering

How is sand typically transported to form dunes?

• By water currents

• By wind

• By animals

• By vehicles

What are the main forces being investigated in the video?

• Friction and tension

• Nuclear and chemical forces

• Weathering and erosion

• Magnetism and electricity