WorksheetsLandforms and Oceans 1
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 14mins
Acid rain breaking down rocks is a form of...
mechanical weathering
chemical weathering
landslide
erosion
An example of physical weathering by animals is when:
moles burrowing under ground causing rocks to break
tree roots break up concrete slabs
people walk on grass instead of the designated paths
none of the above
Wind carries sand in a desert 6 miles. The sand finally settles in a new spot. The sand landing in a new spot is called:
Weathering
Erosion
Chemical Weathering
Deposition
Shoreline made of sand and where the land meets the ocean is called
the inlet
the beach
the barrier island
the abyssal plain
Water filled spaces between barrier islands and the main land or barrier islands and other islands
beaches
barrier islands
inlets
estuaries
The breaking down of rocks into smaller particles is:
weathering
erosion
done only by animals
none of the above
A natural process that breaks down or destroys earth’s surfaces is called a ________________________ process.
constructive
destructive
What is the process that picks up and moves weathered rock?
weathering
erosion
deposition
tsunami
destructive natural process is caused by an underwater earthquake. Produces a tidal wave that comes on to land
earthquake
hurricane
tsunami
volcanic eruption
When earth’s tectonic plates rub together and cause the earth to shake.
storm
flood
tsunamis
earthquakes
This process is the breaking down of rocks by water, wind, ice, and temperature
weathering
deposition
floods
erosion
This process forms above warm ocean water. It produces very high winds and heavy rain
earthquake
flood
hurricane
tsunami
Which landform helps protect the shoreline from erosion during storms?
barrier island
inlet
estuary
beach
Where would you find a combination of salt and fresh water? (Brackish water)
barrier island
inlet
estuary
beach
