Question 17 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


Metamorphic rocks can be formed from


sedimentary rocks

igneous rocks

metamorphic rocks

all of the above


Question 18 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


Thermal expansion is an example of


mechanical weathering

chemical weathering

erosion

molecular weathering


Question 19 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


Erosion is the


movement of rock from one place to another

breakdown of rock due to physical means

breakdown of rock due to chemical means

compaction and cementation of small rock particles


Question 20 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


Sediment being placed at a new location by erosion is known as


transportation

placement

deposition

installation


Question 21 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


Which process describes large areas of land being converted into cities?


Deforestation

Desertification

Suburban sprawl

Urbanization


Question 22 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


A rock showing signs of intense heat and pressure is found at the top of a mountain. This is most likely what type of rock?


Igneous

Metamorphic

Sedimentary

None of the above


Question 23 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


Which of the following is a positive effect of building a bridge?


Destruction of wildlife habitat

Dredging

Pollution from construction

Ease of traffic movement


Question 24 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


The most accurate way to date a rock is by using


relative dating

absolute dating

the law of superposition

estimates based on where it is found


Question 25 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


A mineral that breaks in a rough jagged way is said to exhibit


cleavage

fracture

spiral

shatter


Question 26 (Multiple Choice Worth 1 points)


One positive effect of deforestation is


decreased natural beauty

increased farm land producing food for people

increased erosion

decreased animal habitat