Erosion and Deposition

Question 1

How does the substance in a mudflow form?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Rain mixes with soil.

Question 2

Study the image.

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2

Question 3

Which factor influences the mass movement of particles?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

large rocks and debris on a slope

Question 4

In the cycle that shapes Earth’s surface, which event must happen before erosion can occur?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

weathering

Question 5

Which process works with erosion to break down rock?

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weathering

Question 6

Which phrase best describes the process of erosion?

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transports sediment to a new location

Question 7

A rocky hill cracks after water settles and freezes. Several trees on the hill tilt due to the very slow downhill movement of rock and soil. The movement occurs over a long distance.Which type of mass movement does this describe?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

creep

Question 8

Which natural phenomenon can trigger a landslide?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

intense rain or an earthquake

Question 9

Which phrase best describes the mass movement of particles?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

sediment flowing down a slope

Question 10

Which phrase describes an example of mass movement?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

soil mixed with water sliding off a cliff

Erosion and Deposition Answers

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