Understanding Weathering Process
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What is the primary reason why the footprints left on the Moon by astronauts will remain unchanged?

  • The Moon's extremely low temperature
  • The lack of atmosphere on the Moon (correct)
  • The Moon's strong gravity
  • The Moon's rocky surface
  • What is the process that breaks down solid rock into sediments?

  • Weathering (correct)
  • Erosion
  • Glaciation
  • Plate Tectonics
  • What is responsible for moving most sizes of sediments?

  • Wind
  • Water (correct)
  • Glaciers
  • Gravity
  • What was the original height of the Appalachian Mountains?

    <p>As tall as the Himalayas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the combined forces of weathering and erosion?

    <p>The transformation of tall mountains into hills and plains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between chemical weathering and mechanical weathering?

    <p>The composition of the rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of mineral found in the Earth's crust?

    <p>Silicate minerals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chemical reaction between a chemical compound and water called?

    <p>Hydrolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the acid formed when carbon dioxide combines with water in raindrops?

    <p>Carbonic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which iron rich minerals break down and form new compounds?

    <p>Oxidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of mechanical weathering on rocks?

    <p>Breaks rock into smaller pieces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of ice wedging?

    <p>Water seeps into cracks and freezes, expanding 9% in volume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of abrasion on rocks?

    <p>Rocks become smooth and round</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between mechanical weathering and chemical weathering?

    <p>Mechanical weathering increases the rate of chemical weathering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of human activity that contributes to mechanical weathering?

    <p>Building a road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that determines the rate of weathering in a region?

    <p>Temperature and precipitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of rock is most resistant to weathering?

    <p>Granite</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of chemical weathering in a rock with different minerals?

    <p>The rock becomes pitted and rough</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between temperature and chemical reactions in weathering?

    <p>Chemical reactions proceed more rapidly at higher temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of intense chemical weathering in tropical climates?

    <p>Only the least soluble components, such as aluminum oxide, are left behind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The type of rock that resists weathering the most is limestone.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A region's climate has no influence on weathering.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chemical weathering increases as precipitation decreases.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rate of chemical reactions doubles for every 5°C increase in average temperature.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Warm, dry climates have the highest rate of weathering.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Biological weathering increases as the temperature decreases.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aluminum oxide is formed through mechanical weathering.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Rock and mineral type have no effect on weathering.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Devil's Tower is a rock formed from sedimentary rocks.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Weathering is a process that only affects rocks.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the rock type with its weathering characteristic:

    <p>Igneous rocks = Weather slowly Limestone = Easily weathered Granite = Very resistant to weathering Sedimentary rocks = Dissolve in weak acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the climate with its weathering rate:

    <p>Cold, dry climate = Lowest rate of weathering Warm, wet climate = Highest rate of weathering Hot, dry climate = Moderate rate of weathering Cool, wet climate = Medium rate of weathering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the factor with its effect on chemical weathering:

    <p>Temperature increase = Chemical reactions proceed more rapidly Precipitation increase = More water allows more chemical reactions Vegetation increase = Less chemical weathering Mineral increase = Faster chemical reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the location with its characteristic:

    <p>Tropical climates = Intense chemical weathering Devil's Tower = Resistant center of a volcano Mossy forest = Low rate of weathering Wet, warm areas = Most types of vegetation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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