Earth Science: Weathering and Rock Formation

Weathering can change the shape of rocks and create smaller pieces.

Shale is formed from sandstone.

Plant roots can contribute to the weathering of rocks.

The rock arch mentioned is made from sandstone.

Waves and wind do not affect the shape of rocks near the sea.

What natural process can cause rocks to be worn away?

What effect does freezing water have on the cracks in rocks?

Which of the following rocks is formed from shale?

Which process primarily contributes to forming a rock arch by the sea?

How does sandstone differ from quartzite?

Weathering

Rocks on the Earth's surface are worn away by rain, water, wind, and other forces.
Weathering changes the shape of rocks and creates smaller pieces.
Plant roots can break rocks into smaller pieces.
When water in a small crack freezes, it expands and causes the crack to widen.

Rock Formation

A mushroom-shaped rock can form from sandstone, which is softer than the top, causing it to erode faster.
Waves and wind can create arches in rocks.
Slate and quartzite are metamorphic rocks.

Rock Types

Shale is a sedimentary rock that changes into slate.
Sandstone is a sedimentary rock that changes into quartzite.

Weathering

Rocks on the Earth's surface are worn away by rain, wind, and moving water.
Weathering changes the shape of rocks and breaks them into smaller pieces.
Plant roots can also break rocks apart.
Water in a small crack expands when it freezes, enlarging the crack.

Rock Features

Some rocks are shaped like mushrooms due to weathering.
These mushrooms are formed from sandstone, with the top being harder than the bottom.
Waves and wind erode rocks, forming arches.
Arched rock features can be composed of metamorphic rocks such as slate and quartzite.

Rock Transformations

Shale, a sedimentary rock, transforms into slate under heat and pressure.
Sandstone, another sedimentary rock, can transform into quartzite.

Explore the processes of weathering and how different rock types are formed in this quiz. Learn about the role of natural forces in shaping rocks, the transformation of sedimentary rocks, and the characteristics of metamorphic rocks. Test your knowledge on how nature alters our planet's landscape!