CDS 2026 Geography Landforms and Geomorphic Processes Weathering and Mass Movement Medium Questions

Consider the following statements about Mechanical Weathering:

1. More compact and highly consolidated rocks are least affected by freeze-thaw weathering.

2. Shattering of rocks is more common in hot deserts.

3. Crystalline rocks are often prone to exfoliation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

During chemical weathering, when minerals in feldspar change to kaolinite clays, the process is termed as :

Consider the following statements regarding Volcanic Cones:

1. During volcanic eruptions, acid lava cones are formed by highly viscous lavas.

2. Viscous lavas have high mobility and can travel for long distances.

3. Acid lavas result in the formation of high cones with steep slopes.

4. Composite cones are the highest volcanic cones.

Which of the statements given above are correct?