Changing Earth Quiz

Since Earth’s inner core is iron, what does it cause?

• Convection

• Magnetism

• Tectonic plate movements

• Volcanic eruptions

Monument Valley is full of flat shaped rock formations. What caused the flat surfaces?

• Weathering

• Soil Erosion

• Lava

• Tectonic boundaries

What might be a result of a sandstorm in a desert?

• Sedimentary rocks are formed

• Weathering will become more frequent than erosion

• Sand is deposited in new locations, forming sand dunes

• Rivers are formed

Which of the following could be useful in determining the age of a rock layer? Choose all that apply.

• The hardness of the rock layer compared to other layers in the formation

• The presence of a fossil in the rock layer

• The presence or absence of water in the rock layer

• The position of the rock layer in the rock formation

Which type of rock are the least likely to be found close to the Earth's surface? Explain why?

• Igneous rocks

• Sedimentary rocks

• Metamorphic rocks

• Volcanic rocks

Identify the correct difference between weathering and erosion.

• Weathering involves breaking down rocks, while erosion involves moving them.

• Weathering involves moving rocks, while erosion involves breaking them down.

• Weathering and erosion both involve moving rocks.

• Weathering and erosion both involve breaking down rocks.

What could you conclude if you found a mix of sedimentary and igneous rock at the base of a mountain?

• The mountain is made entirely of sedimentary rock.

• The mountain has experienced volcanic activity.

• The mountain is made entirely of igneous rock.

• The mountain has never experienced any geological changes.

When conducting your investigation of building the steam tables, what two variables could have affected the size and shape of your delta?

• Temperature and humidity

• Water flow and sediment type

• Wind speed and air pressure

• Soil type and sunlight