Glencoe Physical Science with Earth Science, Florida Edition

Section 1: Weathering and Soil

Section Review Quiz

1.
What are the two types of weathering
A)wind and water
B)chemical and physical
C)physical and ice
D)chemical and water
2.
What is contour ploughing an effect method of?
A)fertilization
B)human caused erosion
C)weathering
D)soil conservation
3.
Which is a mixture of weathered rock, organic matter, water, and air?
A)feldspar
B)parent material
C)soil
D)rock rust
4.
Which of the following is NOT a typical texture component in the upper soil horizons?
A)sand
B)silt
C)gravel
D)clay
5.
The red color of hematite is caused by what process?
A)respiration
B)reduction
C)weathering
D)oxidation
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