Science chapter 10 QUIZ

1. 1[blank_start]Weathering[blank_end] is the process by which rock materials are broken down by the action of physical and chemical processes.

   1. AWeathering
2. 2[blank_start]Mechanical weathering[blank_end] is the breakdown of rock into smaller pieces by physical means.

   1. AMechanical weathering
3. 3[blank_start]Abrasion[blank_end] is the grinding and wearing away of rock surfaces through the mechanical action of other rock or sand particles.

   1. AAbrasion
4. 4[blank_start]Chemical weathering[blank_end] is the process by which rock breaks down as a result of chemical reactions.

   1. AChemical weathering
5. 5[blank_start]Acid precipitation[blank_end] is rain, sleet, or snow that contains a high concentration of acids.

   1. AAcid precipitation
6. 6[blank_start]Differental weathering[blank_end] is the process by which softer, less weather resistant rocks wear away and leave harder, more weather resistant rocks behind.

   1. ADifferental weathering
7. 7[blank_start]Soil[blank_end] is a loose mixture of rock fragments, organic material, water, and air that can support the growth of vegetation.

   1. ASoil
8. 8[blank_start]Parent rock[blank_end] is a rock formation that is the source of soil.

   1. AParent rock
9. 9[blank_start]Bedrock[blank_end] is the layer of rock beneath soil.

   1. ABedrock
10. 10[blank_start]Soil texture[blank_end] is the soil quality that is based on the proportions of soil particles.

    1. ASoil texture

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