Glacier's Quiz - CGC1DL-1

What is the definition of glaciers?

• Large bodies of water

• Massive bodies of ice formed from compacted snow

• Deep valleys filled with water

• Rock formations in mountainous regions

Where are alpine glaciers typically found?

• Polar Regions

• Desert Regions

• Mountainous Regions

• Coastal Regions

How are continental glaciers different from alpine glaciers?

• Continental glaciers are smaller in size

• Continental glaciers form in polar regions

• Alpine glaciers flow downhill through valleys

• Continental glaciers cover extensive land areas

What is the primary process involved in the formation of glaciers?

• Melting

• Sublimation

• Snow accumulation and compaction

• Evaporation

What causes glaciers to flow downhill?

• Wind erosion

• Basal sliding and internal deformation

• Volcanic activity

• Magnetic attraction

Which type of glacier moves through valleys in mountainous regions?

• Alpine glaciers

• Continental glaciers

• Icebergs

• Ice shelves

What landforms are created by glacier erosion?

• Sand dunes

• River deltas

• Cirques and U-shaped valleys

• Coral reefs

How do glaciers contribute to rising sea levels?

• By absorbing heat from the sun

• By melting and adding water to the oceans

• By forming icebergs that displace water

• By evaporating and increasing atmospheric moisture

What human activities are associated with glaciers?

• Desert farming

• Hydroelectric power generation

• Airplane manufacturing

• Oil drilling operations

Why is conservation important for glaciers?

• To prevent earthquakes

• To preserve biodiversity

• To maintain scenic beauty

• To mitigate the impacts of climate change