geog 1114 final ch. 13

Which of the following is not exogenic in nature?

Batholith formation

If Earth did not experience endogenic processes, the landscape would

be of very low relief as a result of weathering and erosion in the absence of uplift.

Which of the following weathering types is primarily found in arid environments?

Salt crystal growth

Karst topography and limestone regions occur on every continent on Earth. T/F

True

An example of chemical weathering is

karst topography.

The rate at which rocks weather depends upon

vegetation, climate and type of rock.

Physical weathering dominates in warm, wet climates. T/F

False

Which of the following weathering processes does not involve water?

Pressure-release jointing

Karst topography is formed primarily by

carbonation and solution.

Chemical weathering is greatest under conditions of

higher mean annual rainfall and temperatures.

Other than itself, the most important chemical substances need for the majority of weathering processes is

water.