ELS Q1 M4 Exogenic-Processes
ELS Q1 M4 Exogenic-Processes
ELS Q1 M4 Exogenic-Processes
This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
master the nature of Exogenic Processes. The scope of this module permits it to be
used in many different learning situations. The language used recognizes the diverse
vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to follow the standard
sequence of the course. But the order in which you read them can be changed to
correspond with the textbook you are now using.
What I Know
Read the following questions carefully. On a separate sheet of paper, write the letter
of the best answer.
1. Which among the following processes is the principal source of the inorganic
constituents of soil where most vegetation could not grow?
A. Disintegrating
B. Mass wasting
C. Transporting
D. Weathering
5. Which process is the successive expansion and contraction of the outer layers
of the rock peeling off from the main rock?
A. Exfoliation
B. Hydration
C. Oxidation
D. Solution
8. Which of the following processes DOES NOT belong to the same group as the
other three?
A. Contraction
B. Exfoliation
C. Expansion
D. Oxidation
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1, 2 and 4 only
D. All of the above
10. Which of the following choices IS NOT made of shoreline erosion processes?
A. Abrasion
B. Beach drift
C. Corrosion
D. Hydraulic
12. Which of the following waves are classified based on generation force?
1. Seiches
2. Tides
3. Tsunamis
4. Wind-generated waves
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 and 4 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. All the above
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. All the above
What’s In
In the previous lesson, you learned that our planet Earth is composed of rocks
and minerals as part of the geosphere. Remember that geosphere is the solid portion
of Earth that includes the lithosphere. The lithosphere is the outermost layer of the
earth which is composed of the crust and the upper mantle. In this lesson, you will
learn about exogenic processes that play important roles in the formation variety of
landscapes on this planet.
What’s New
Find a tray inside your house and put some sand on it. Challenge yourself in finding
different ways to move the sand from one end of the tray to the other.
What Is It
Exogenic processes that take place at or near the earth’s surface that makes
the surface wear away. Exogenic processes are very destructive. They are responsible
for degradation and sculpting the earth’s surface.
a. Weathering –is the process that breaks down rock into smaller pieces.
Some factors that affect chemical weathering are water, oxygen, carbon
dioxide, living organisms, and acid rain.
b. Erosion – In erosion, rock particles are carried away by wind, ice and
gravity. Weathering causes the rocks to break down. Erosion (water) or
transportation moves the sediments downhill to other places.
d. Mass wasting – Mass wasting is the downward movement of a rock, soil and
regolith due to the action of gravity. It is triggered by the following factors:
over-steepened slope, water, earthquake, and vegetation removal.
Generally, the disintegration and decomposition processes act together, but one
may be dominant over the other depending on the climate. In addition, the weathered
material lies on top of the layer of rock that is not weathered.
___1. Carbonation-___________________________
___2. Plants-_________________________________
___3. Block disintegration-____________________
___4. Hydration-______________________________
___5. Exfoliation-_____________________________
___6. Animals-_______________________________
___7. Solution-_______________________________
___8. Humans-_______________________________
___9. Oxidation-______________________________
__10. Frost weathering-_______________________
Complete the following statements below based on what you have learned about
exogenic process.
1. Name five examples of agents of erosion and give a brief description for each
agent.
a. ___________________________________________________________________________
b. ___________________________________________________________________________
c. ___________________________________________________________________________
d. ___________________________________________________________________________
e. ___________________________________________________________________________
What I Can Do
Humans play a very important role in the weathering and erosion of rocks.
Suggest some ways to be considered to lessen weathering and erosion. Focus on the
types of motion that could be generally classified as a fall, a slide, or a flow.
Assessment
Read the following questions carefully. On a separate sheet of paper, write the letter
of the best answer.
8. Which of the following processes DOES NOT belong to the same group as the
other three?
A. Contraction
B. Exfoliation
C. Expansion
D. Oxidation
11. Which of the following choices is NOT made of shoreline erosion processes?
A. Abrasion
B. Beach drift
C. Corrosion
D. Hydraulic
Additional Activities
(1) Backman, D, Evers, C., Gabler, R.E., Hyndman, D., Hyndman, D., Petersen,
J.F., Sack, D., Seeds, M., Starr, C., Taggart, R., Evers, C.. Earth and
Life Sciences.856 Nicanor Reyes Sr. St., Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines.
Rex Book Store, Inc., 2016.
(2) Olivar II, J.T., Ramos, A.C.M..Exploring Life Through Science Earth and Life
Science. 927 Quezon Ave.,Quezon City, Philippines. Phoenix Publishing
House Inc.2016
(3) Teaching Guide for Senior High School Earth and Life Scince. 4TH Floor,
Commission on Higher Education, C.P. Garcia Ave., Diliman, Quezon
City. 2016
(5) Mindat.org - Mines, Minerals and More. Accessed August 11, 2020.
https://www.mindat.org.
Elisa O. Cerveza
Chief, Curriculum Implementation Division
OIC, Office of the Assistant Schools Division Superintendent
Jessica S. Mateo
Education Program Supervisor – Science