Geography

Question 1

What is erosion?

Answer 1

Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth’s surface by natural processes such as wind or water flow.

Question 2

True or False: Erosion can only occur on land.

Answer 2

False: Erosion can occur on land as well as underwater.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The main agents of erosion include __________, water, and ice.

Answer 3

wind

Question 4

What type of erosion is primarily caused by rainfall?

Answer 4

Water erosion.

Question 5

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of erosion? A) Water erosion B) Wind erosion C) Chemical erosion D) Solar erosion

Answer 5

D) Solar erosion

Question 6

What is the term for the movement of sediment by wind?

Answer 6

Aeolian erosion.

Question 7

True or False: Erosion can lead to the formation of new landforms.

Answer 7

True.

Question 8

What is the primary cause of coastal erosion?

Answer 8

Wave action.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: __________ erosion occurs when water flows over the surface of the land and removes soil.

Answer 9

Surface

Question 10

What is the process of soil erosion by water called when it occurs in a concentrated flow?

Answer 10

Gully erosion.

Question 11

Multiple choice: Which of the following factors can increase erosion? A) Vegetation B) Heavy rainfall C) Dry conditions D) All of the above

Answer 11

B) Heavy rainfall

Question 12

What role do plants play in erosion?

Answer 12

Plants help reduce erosion by stabilizing soil with their roots.

Question 13

True or False: Erosion is a fast process that can happen overnight.

Answer 13

False: Erosion is typically a slow process that occurs over time.

Question 14

What is the term for the gradual wearing away of rock surfaces by wind and water?

Answer 14

Weathering.

Question 15

Fill in the blank: __________ is the sediment that is carried and deposited by erosion.

Answer 15

Alluvium

Question 16

What is the difference between erosion and weathering?

Answer 16

Erosion involves the removal and transport of material, while weathering is the breakdown of rocks without movement.

Question 17

Multiple choice: Which type of erosion is primarily responsible for shaping valleys? A) Wind erosion B) Water erosion C) Ice erosion D) None of the above

Answer 17

B) Water erosion

Question 18

What human activities can exacerbate erosion?

Answer 18

Deforestation, urban development, and agriculture.

Question 19

True or False: Erosion can be completely prevented.

Answer 19

False: Erosion cannot be completely prevented, but it can be managed.

Question 20

What is a common method used to control erosion on slopes?

Answer 20

Terracing.

Question 21

Fill in the blank: __________ erosion occurs due to the freeze-thaw cycle in colder climates.

Answer 21

Frost

Question 22

What is the term for the deposition of sediment in a new location after erosion?

Answer 22

Sedimentation.

Question 23

Multiple choice: Which of the following is a consequence of erosion? A) Loss of soil fertility B) Increased biodiversity C) Formation of new habitats D) None of the above

Answer 23

A) Loss of soil fertility

Question 24

What is the impact of urbanization on erosion?

Answer 24

Urbanization typically increases erosion due to the removal of vegetation and increased runoff.

Question 25

Fill in the blank: __________ erosion is caused by the movement of glaciers.

Answer 25

Glacial

Question 26

What is the primary factor that determines the rate of erosion?

Answer 26

The type of material being eroded and environmental conditions.