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