Internal Forces and Landforms Quiz

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Which process creates landforms by causing rock in the crust to bend?

Folding

What is the process by which molten rock is forced out to the surface of the earth?

Volcanism

What are sudden movements in the earth's crust caused by internal movements deep down inside the earth?

Earthquakes

Which atmospheric layer is closest to the Earth's surface?

Troposphere

What are internal forces that come from the inside of the earth responsible for?

Creating landforms through folding and faulting

Which process is described as the movement of broken rock and soil particles from one place to another?

Erosion

What can be said about earthquakes based on the text?

They are sudden movements in the earth's crust caused by internal movements.

Which term refers to the condition of the atmosphere over a short period of time?

Weather

What is the process by which molten rock is forced out to the surface of the earth known as?

Volcanism

Which element of weather and climate refers to the average weather conditions of an area over a long period of time?

Climate

How are external forces defined based on the text?

Forces acting on the earth from outside.

What are the gases, dust particles, and moisture droplets in the atmosphere collectively known as?

Aerosols

Test your knowledge on internal forces such as folding, faulting, volcanism, and earthquakes which shape the Earth's surface. Learn how these forces create various landforms like mountains, valleys, and volcanic features.

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