Earth Science #2 Test Flashcards
1
Q
A large rock breaks into smaller pieces through a process called…
A
weathering
2
Q
Which one of the following is usually a slow process?
A
weathering by freezing and thawing
3
Q
The sediments along the side of a canyon are an example of…
A
deposition
4
Q
Which one of the following is an example of chemical weathering…
A
carbonic acid reacting with minerals in rock
5
Q
Which one of the following is the biggest cause of erosion?
A
flowing water
6
Q
What is the usual order by which a landform is changed?
A
weathering, erosion, deposition
7
Q
What happens during physical weathering?
A
The size and shape of rocks are changed.
8
Q
Which landform is the result of deposition?
A
a delta
9
Q
Sand dunes are formed by…
A
wind
10
Q
The breaking down of rocks is called…
A
weathering
