Which numbered feature on this figure is a scarp?
A)1,a linear or curved scar marking where the slide pulled away from the hill
B)2,small fractures within the sliding block
C)3,the intact layers below the rock slide
D)4,the front of the slide,where it overruns the land surface
E)5,a valley or other open space in front of the slide

Question

Which numbered feature on this figure is a scarp? 
A)1,a linear or curved scar marking where the slide pulled away from the hill 
B)2,small fractures within the sliding block 
C)3,the intact layers below the rock slide 
D)4,the front of the slide,where it overruns the land surface 
E)5,a valley or other open space in front of the slide

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A scarp is defined as a linear or curved scar marking where the slide pulled away from the hill. Choice A matches this definition, so it is the correct answer. The other choices do not match the definition of a scarp.

Which Numbered Feature on This Figure Is a Scarp