Earth Changes in Georgia Quiz

What is plate tectonics?

• The process of erosion and weathering of rocks.

• The movement and interaction of large sections of the Earth's lithosphere.

• The study of the Earth's magnetic field and its effects on the planet.

• The study of the Earth's atmosphere and weather patterns.

How does weathering differ from erosion?

• Weathering is the process of transporting and removing broken down materials, while erosion is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals.

• Weathering and erosion are the same process.

• Weathering is the process of forming rocks and minerals, while erosion is the process of breaking them down.

• Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals on the Earth's surface, while erosion is the process of transporting and removing the broken down materials.

What is a volcano?

• A volcano is a large hole in the ground where dinosaurs live.

• A volcano is a type of dessert made with chocolate and marshmallows.

• A volcano is a musical instrument that produces a loud sound when blown into.

• A volcano is a mountain or hill with a vent through which molten rock, ash, and gases are ejected.

Name one coastal change that can occur in Georgia.

• coastal flooding

• sea level rise

• land subsidence

• beach erosion

What is a natural disaster?

• A natural disaster is a temporary and insignificant event caused by natural forces.

• A natural disaster is a gradual and predictable event caused by natural forces.

• A natural disaster is a man-made event caused by human activities.

• A natural disaster is a sudden and extreme event caused by natural forces.

What are the three types of plate boundaries?

• subduction boundaries, spreading boundaries, and fault boundaries

• collision boundaries, rift boundaries, and shear boundaries

• oceanic boundaries, continental boundaries, and strike-slip boundaries

• convergent boundaries, divergent boundaries, and transform boundaries

How does mechanical weathering occur?

• Mechanical weathering occurs when rocks are transformed into new minerals.

• Mechanical weathering occurs when rocks are broken down into smaller pieces without any change in their chemical composition.

• Mechanical weathering occurs when rocks are eroded by wind and water.

• Mechanical weathering occurs when rocks are dissolved by water.

What causes a volcano to erupt?

• Volcanic gases

• Pressure from molten rock (magma) beneath the Earth's surface

• Excessive rainfall

• Friction between tectonic plates

How do hurricanes impact coastal areas?

• Hurricanes impact coastal areas by causing strong winds, heavy rainfall, storm surges, and flooding.

• Hurricanes impact coastal areas by increasing the temperature and humidity.

• Hurricanes impact coastal areas by reducing the risk of erosion.

• Hurricanes impact coastal areas by creating calm weather conditions.

What are the primary causes of natural disasters?

• Geological and meteorological factors

• Solar flares and cosmic events.

• Biological factors and environmental degradation.

• Human activities and climate change.