Earth Processes

What is the process by which pieces of the earth are moved from one place to another?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Volcanism

Which process involves the breaking down of Earth's surfaces into smaller pieces?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Tectonics

What is the process by which sediments are dropped or laid down in a new location?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Glaciation

Which process breaks down rocks into smaller pieces?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Plate Tectonics

What is the main agent of erosion?

• Water

• Wind

• Ice

• Gravity

Which process involves the movement of weathered materials?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Volcanism

What is the process by which rocks are broken down by chemical reactions?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Tectonics

Which process involves the dropping of sediments?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Glaciation

What is the process by which rocks are broken down by physical forces?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Weathering

• Plate Tectonics

Which agent of erosion can carry and deposit large amounts of sediment?

• Water

• Wind

• Ice

• Gravity