Slope Development (Grade 11 NSC Matric Geography): Quizzes
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Which type of weathering occurs when minerals react with water and other substances?
Which type of weathering occurs when minerals react with water and other substances?
Chemical weathering
Which rock type is described as very resistant and breaks down very slowly?
Which rock type is described as very resistant and breaks down very slowly?
Granite
How many distinct stages does the pedimentation theory describe?
How many distinct stages does the pedimentation theory describe?
Three stages
What is the flat-topped elevated area in the initial stage of pedimentation called?
What is the flat-topped elevated area in the initial stage of pedimentation called?
Plateau
How do buttes differ from mesas in the pedimentation sequence?
How do buttes differ from mesas in the pedimentation sequence?
Buttes are smaller than mesas
What is the key principle of how slopes change in pedimentation theory?
What is the key principle of how slopes change in pedimentation theory?
Slopes retreat parallel maintaining angles
What does Hack's dynamic equilibrium theory say primarily controls slope angles?
What does Hack's dynamic equilibrium theory say primarily controls slope angles?
The type of rock exposed
According to dynamic equilibrium, what type of slopes do resistant rocks like granite create?
According to dynamic equilibrium, what type of slopes do resistant rocks like granite create?
Steep slopes
What is an alternative term for slope retreat?
What is an alternative term for slope retreat?
Back wasting
Why do slopes in arid areas maintain steep angles while retreating?
Why do slopes in arid areas maintain steep angles while retreating?
Very little rainfall limits water effect