Multiple choice

How do the gravels form?

  1. By the erosion of cobbles

  2. By rivers

  3. By erosion of rocks

  4. By ocean

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Gravels are rock fragments between 2-64mm in size that form primarily through the erosion and weathering of larger rocks. Physical and chemical weathering processes break down parent rock material into progressively smaller fragments. While rivers and oceans can transport and deposit gravels (B and D), the formation itself occurs through erosion (C). Option A is incorrect because cobbles are larger than gravels, not their source.