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Geomorphic Processes

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Geomorphic processes shape the Earth surface through physical mechanisms like weathering, erosion, and deposition. This topic covers soil formation, glacial movement, and coastal landform development. It forms a core component of physical geography in major competitive examinations.

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Geomorphic Processes Questions

Multiple choice

The process by which rocks and minerals are broken down into smaller particles by physical forces such as temperature changes, freezing and thawing, and abrasion is known as:

  1. Physical weathering

  2. Chemical weathering

  3. Biological weathering

  4. Metamorphism
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Physical weathering is the process by which rocks and minerals are broken down into smaller particles by physical forces such as temperature changes, freezing and thawing, and abrasion.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of depositional landform?

  1. Delta

  2. Sand dune

  3. Moraine

  4. Floodplain
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Moraine is a landform created by glacial deposition, while delta, sand dune, and floodplain are all depositional landforms created by the accumulation of sediment by water, wind, and river processes, respectively.

Multiple choice

The process by which rocks and minerals are broken down into smaller particles by chemical reactions with water, oxygen, and other substances is known as:

  1. Physical weathering

  2. Chemical weathering

  3. Biological weathering

  4. Metamorphism
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Chemical weathering is the process by which rocks and minerals are broken down into smaller particles by chemical reactions with water, oxygen, and other substances.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of erosional landform?

  1. Canyon

  2. Sand dune

  3. Valley

  4. Mesa
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Sand dune is a depositional landform created by the accumulation of wind-blown sand, while canyon, valley, and mesa are all erosional landforms created by the removal of material by water, wind, and other erosional processes.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of landform created by fluvial processes?

  1. Delta

  2. Sand dune

  3. Floodplain

  4. Meander
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Sand dune is a landform created by the accumulation of wind-blown sand, while delta, floodplain, and meander are all landforms created by fluvial processes, which involve the movement of water and sediment in rivers and streams.

Multiple choice

The process by which sediment is sorted and deposited according to its size and weight is known as:

  1. Erosion

  2. Deposition

  3. Transportation

  4. Sorting
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sorting is the process by which sediment is sorted and deposited according to its size and weight, often as a result of the action of water, wind, or gravity.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of landform created by glacial deposition?

  1. Cirque

  2. Moraine

  3. Drumlin

  4. Sand dune
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Sand dune is a landform created by the accumulation of wind-blown sand, while cirque, moraine, and drumlin are all landforms created by glacial deposition.

Multiple choice

The process by which sediment is transported from one location to another by the action of water is known as:

  1. Erosion

  2. Deposition

  3. Transportation

  4. Weathering
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Transportation is the process by which sediment is moved from one location to another by the action of water, wind, ice, or gravity.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of landform created by wind erosion?

  1. Sand dune

  2. Loess

  3. Playa

  4. Yardang
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Playa is a landform created by the accumulation of water in a desert basin, while sand dune, loess, and yardang are all landforms created by wind erosion.

Multiple choice

What is the term for the loss of soil fertility due to intensive agriculture?

  1. Desertification

  2. Erosion

  3. Salinization

  4. Soil degradation
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Soil degradation is the term for the loss of soil fertility due to intensive agriculture.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the degradation of land and water resources due to human activities?

  1. Land degradation

  2. Desertification

  3. Soil erosion

  4. Water pollution
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Land degradation refers to the degradation of land and water resources due to human activities, such as deforestation, overgrazing, and unsustainable agricultural practices.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the process of permafrost melting?

  1. Permafrost degradation

  2. Permafrost sublimation

  3. Permafrost expansion

  4. Permafrost contraction
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Explanation

Permafrost degradation refers to the process by which permafrost thaws and transitions from a frozen to an unfrozen state.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the process of ground freezing and thawing in permafrost regions?

  1. Cryoturbation

  2. Frost heave

  3. Needle ice formation

  4. Pingos formation
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Explanation

Cryoturbation is the process of ground freezing and thawing in permafrost regions, which can lead to the formation of various features such as frost heaves, needle ice, and pingos.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the process of permafrost formation?

  1. Permafrost aggradation

  2. Permafrost sublimation

  3. Permafrost expansion

  4. Permafrost contraction
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Explanation

Permafrost aggradation refers to the process by which permafrost forms and expands, typically due to a decrease in temperature or an increase in snow accumulation.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the process by which coral reefs are formed?

  1. Coral Bleaching

  2. Coral Spawning

  3. Coral Calcification

  4. Coral Fragmentation
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Coral calcification is the process by which coral polyps secrete calcium carbonate to build their skeletons, contributing to the growth and structure of coral reefs.