Regents Review #5 - Surface Processes

Front

What type of bedrock is most commonly found in the Utica, New York area?

Back

Sedimentary bedrock, including limestone, shale, sandstone, and dolostone.

Front

How does a change from an arid to a humid climate affect the shape of hills?

Back

The shape of the hills becomes more rounded due to increased weathering and erosion.

Front

What is the general bedrock structure of New York State’s Catskills?

Back

The Catskills are primarily composed of sedimentary rock, including sandstone and shale.

Front

What happens to the depositional pattern when water from a stream enters the ocean?

Back

Sediments are deposited in a delta formation as the water slows down.

Front

Which quartz sample has likely been transported the farthest in a stream?

Back

The sample that is the most rounded and smaller in size, indicating longer transport.

Front

Define sedimentary rock.

Back

Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

Front

What is chemical weathering?

Back

Chemical weathering is the process by which rocks break down due to chemical reactions, often involving water.

Front

Explain the term 'erosion'.

Back

Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind or water.

Front

What is the significance of porosity in bedrock?

Back

Porosity refers to the amount of empty space in a rock, which affects its ability to hold water.

Front

How does climate influence landscape features?

Back

Climate affects weathering, erosion, and deposition processes, shaping the landscape over time.