Weathering and Erosion Pretest

What is the process by which rocks and soil are broken down and worn away?

• Volcanic eruption

• Weathering and erosion

• Chemical reaction

• Tectonic plate movement

What are the two main types of weathering?

• Daytime weathering and nighttime weathering

• Hot weathering and cold weathering

• Fast weathering and slow weathering

• Mechanical weathering and chemical weathering

What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

• Weathering only occurs in cold climates, while erosion only occurs in warm climates.

• Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion transports the broken materials.

• Weathering creates new rocks, while erosion destroys rocks.

• Weathering and erosion are the same process.

Give an example of physical weathering.

• Chemical reaction

• Animal activity

• Freeze-thaw cycles

• Volcanic eruption

How does erosion differ from weathering?

• Erosion and weathering are the same process.

• Erosion only occurs in rivers and oceans, while weathering only occurs on land.

• Erosion involves the movement of broken down materials, while weathering refers to the process of breaking down rocks and minerals.

• Erosion involves the breaking down of rocks, while weathering involves the movement of broken down materials.

What are the main agents of erosion?

• Sun, moon, and stars

• Water, wind, ice, and gravity

• Plants, animals, and humans

• Fire, lightning, and earthquakes

How does weathering and erosion affect the Earth's surface?

• Weathering and erosion break down and remove rocks and soil, changing the Earth's surface over time.

• Weathering and erosion create new rocks and soil on the Earth's surface

• Weathering and erosion have no impact on the Earth's surface

• Weathering and erosion only affect the atmosphere, not the Earth's surface

Explain the role of water in weathering and erosion.

• Water has no role in weathering and erosion

• Water only contributes to erosion, not weathering

• Water helps in breaking down rocks and carrying away sediments.

• Water causes rocks to become stronger and more resistant to erosion

What are some ways to prevent or slow down weathering and erosion?

• Praying for good weather

• Building more structures on the land

• Ignoring the problem

• Implementing proper drainage systems