Which of the following locations would contain a wide variety of sediment,from large angular blocks to fine rock powder,produced from grinding of the rocks?
A)Location 1,along the margins of a glacier
B)Location 2,along a steep mountain front
C)Location 3,in sand dunes
D)Location 4,along a beach
E)Location 5,on relatively deep seafloor

Question

Which of the following locations would contain a wide variety of sediment,from large angular blocks to fine rock powder,produced from grinding of the rocks? 
A)Location 1,along the margins of a glacier 
B)Location 2,along a steep mountain front 
C)Location 3,in sand dunes 
D)Location 4,along a beach 
E)Location 5,on relatively deep seafloor

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sediment produced from grinding of rocks is called glacial till, and it can be found along the margins of a glacier where it is deposited as the glacier retreats. This till can contain a wide variety of sediment sizes, ranging from large angular blocks to fine rock powder. Therefore, Location 1 would contain a wide variety of sediment produced from grinding of rocks.

Which of the Following Locations Would Contain a Wide Variety