A-Level H2 Geography

Question 1

Which type of plate boundary is associated with the formation of fold mountains such as the Himalayas?

Accepted Answer

Convergent collision boundary

Answer

Fold mountains form at convergent collision boundaries where two continental plates collide and rock layers are compressed and folded upward.

Question 2

What is the term for the zone where denser oceanic crust sinks beneath lighter continental crust?

Accepted Answer

Subduction zone

Answer

A subduction zone occurs at a convergent boundary where denser oceanic crust is forced beneath lighter continental crust into the mantle.

Question 3

Which seismic wave type causes the greatest surface destruction during an earthquake?

Accepted Answer

Surface (L) waves

Answer

Surface (Love and Rayleigh) waves travel along Earth's surface with the largest amplitude and lowest frequency, causing the most structural damage.

Question 4

Which term describes the in-situ breakdown of rock without removal of the weathered material?

Accepted Answer

Weathering

Answer

Weathering is the physical, chemical, or biological breakdown of rock in place, with no movement of material away from the site.

Question 5

Which coastal feature forms when the roof of a sea arch collapses, leaving an isolated rock pillar?

Accepted Answer

Stack

Answer

A stack forms when continued wave erosion causes the roof of a coastal arch to collapse, isolating a pillar of rock from the headland.

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