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Unit 2B Lesson 3

Unit 2: Earth's Surface Systems, Weathering and Erosion Quiz

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Chemical and Mechanical weathering of rock occur the fastest in a climate that: Changes back and forth between freezing and thawing frequently
Chemical and Mechanical weathering of rock occur slowest in a climate that is ___________ and ___________ Cool and Dry
Saltwater freezes at a __________ temperature, than pure water. Lower
On a topographical map, 'elevation' refers to the _____________ of a landmass from sea level. Height
On a topographical map, 'relief' refers to the _______________ between the highest elevation and the lowest plain of that area Difference
On a topographical map, an area that has very low hills flat plains is said to have low elevation and _________ relief Low
On a topographical map, an area that has high mountains and deep canyons would have high elevation and ________ relief High
The streams and small rivers that supply water to a main river are called _____________ Tributaries
The land area that supplies water to a river system is called a _________________. Watershed
A land mass that separates watersheds is called a _____________ Divide
Over millions of years, _____________ causes a rounded shape on both rocks and mountains. Erosion
Acid rain and oxidation are examples of ____________ weathering Chemical
Abrasion and Ice wedging ( freezing, and thawing) are examples of __________weathering Mechanical *(Also sometimes called physical weathering.)
The equator and the ______________ are imaginary baselines used to create a grid for locating points on Earth. Prime Meridian
The _________________ is a huge mountain range that goes nearly all around the Earth Mid Ocean Ridge
A ___________ is a deep canyon in the ocean floor. Trench
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