WAEC Geography 2002 Question 23

Question 23

Weathering, Erosion and Mass Movement

The correct sequence in the process of denudation is

  1. A.weathering—transportation—erosion—deposition
  2. B.weathering—erosion—deposition—transportation
  3. C.erosion—weathering—transportation—deposition
  4. D.weathering—erosion—transportation—deposition.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (weathering—erosion—transportation—deposition.)

Explanation

Rock is first broken down (weathering), then worn and removed (erosion), carried away (transportation) and finally laid down (deposition).