Cave Formation and Types Quiz

What is the primary difference between relict and active caves?

• Active caves are formed by wind erosion.

• Relict caves have water flowing through them.

• Active caves are always dry.

• Relict caves do not have water flowing through them.

Which of the following factors influences the shape of a cave?

• The presence of animal life

• The geological factors and rock layers

• The color of the rock

• The type of vegetation above the cave

How are solutional caves primarily formed?

• By acidic rainwater seeping through rock layers

• By the action of waves

• By volcanic activity

• By wind erosion

What is a characteristic feature of primary caves?

• They form at the same time as the surrounding rocks.

• They are formed by the action of glaciers.

• They are formed by wind erosion.

• They are always found underwater.

Which type of cave is formed by the action of waves on sea cliffs?

• Aeolian caves

• Sea caves

• Glacier caves

• Solutional caves

What is a defining feature of glacier caves?

• They are formed by volcanic activity.

• They are carved out by water running through glacier ice.

• They are always found in deserts.

• They are formed by wind erosion.

How do aeolian caves form?

• By the action of waves

• By volcanic activity

• By the flow of glaciers

• By wind erosion in deserts

What are talus caves?

• Caves formed by the action of glaciers

• Openings formed between large boulders

• Caves formed by the collapse of lava tubes

• Caves formed by wind erosion

What is unique about ankyline caves?

• They are found in deserts.

• They contain a mix of fresh and saline water.

• They are formed by volcanic activity.

• They are always found in mountains.

Which type of cave is formed by the erosion of riverbanks?

• Glacier caves

• Solutional caves

• Erosional caves

• Primary caves