Earth's Changing Surface
The breaking down of rock on the surface of Earth, usually by the force of water, wind or ice.
What is weathering?
The process of water turning from a liquid into a gas (vapor).
evaporation
What is sediment?
Small pieces of rock, sand, mud, or organic material that settle at the bottom of water.
The three main types of fossil fuels are:
coal, oil, and natural gas
Which of the following is NOT a fossil fuel?
A. Coal
B. Oil
C. Natural gas
D. Wind
D. Wind
What are constructive forces?
Landslides, volcanoes, and earthquakes are examples of this type of force that builds up the land.
What is condensation?
When water vapor cools and changes back into liquid water droplets, forming clouds.
This type of rock is formed when layers of sediment are pressed and cemented together over time.
sedimentary rock
they are formed from the remains of plants and animals that lived long ago.
The reason these energy sources are called "fossil" fuels.
Fast changes to Earth’s surface can be caused by this natural event that shakes the ground.
earthquake
This type of glacier movement forms a U-shaped valley.
erosion
What is precipitation?
Rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground.
What are layers?
Sedimentary rocks are often found in these distinct, horizontal bands.
This fossil fuel is formed from ancient, buried, swampy plants
coal
What is sediment?
Sand, soil, and small rock pieces that settle at the bottom of water are called this.
The process of moving sediment from one place to another by wind, water, or ice.
erosion
The process where plants release water vapor into the air.
transpiration
This process involves, "dropping off" sediment in a new location.
deposition
True or False: Fossil fuels are renewable resources.
False - they take millions of years to form.
What does W.E.D.C.C stands for?
W-weathering
E-erosin
D- deposition
C- compaction
C- cementation
What is a delta?
A large, triangular landform created by deposition at the mouth of a river.
The energy source that drives the entire water cycle.
the Sun
What are fossils?
These are often found inside sedimentary rock, providing evidence of past life.
What are heat and pressure?
The two main factors that turn buried organic matter into fossil fuels.
Sedimentary rocks usually form near this natural feature where sediment collects.
rivers, lakes, or oceans