Erosion and Deposition

Question 1

Which factor influences the mass movement of particles?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

large rocks and debris on a slope

Question 2

Which factor most likely facilitates mass movement after heavy rains in a dry region?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

weathering

Question 3

Sediments are carried from a hilltop to the ground at the bottom of the hill on a windy day. What is the agent of erosion?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the wind

Question 4

Which process works with erosion to break down rock?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

weathering

Question 5

Which phrase describes an example of mass movement?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

soil mixed with water sliding off a cliff

Question 6

Which sediment would have the slowest rate of deposition?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

an irregularly shaped sediment

Question 7

Which agent contributes to erosion?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

ice and glaciers

Question 8

Which event occurs after erosion of Earth’s surface?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Very dense particles settle faster than low-density particles.

Question 9

Which phrase best describes the mass movement of particles?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

sediment flowing down a slope

Question 10

What role does weathering have in shaping Earth’s surface?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It breaks down older material into sediments.

Erosion and Deposition Answers