5 Questions
Plate tectonics is the theory that Earth's lithosphere is divided into large plates that float on the semi-fluid ____________ and move slowly over time, causing earthquakes, volcanoes, and the creation of mountains.
Mantle
What is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller particles by physical, chemical, or biological means due to exposure to atmospheric conditions called?
Weathering
What is the removal and transportation of weathered materials by natural agents such as water, wind, ice, and gravity called?
Erosion
What is the settling or laying down of eroded materials, often creating new landforms like beaches, deltas, and sedimentary layers called?
Deposition
What is the process by which glaciers form and spread, shaping the landscape through the movement and erosion of ice called?
Glaciation
Test your knowledge of geology terms with this quiz! From plate tectonics to weathering, challenge yourself to identify and understand these important geological concepts.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
