Question

Contrast the internal and external processes shaping Earth’s surface.

Answer 1

Externally, the forces that shape the earth’s surface are weathering and deposition. These are mainly powered by the sun. These forces are responsible for features such as ox-bow lakes and deltas.  Internal processes include the convection currents of the mantle – that result in tectonic plate movements- and volcanic eruptions that are responsible for features such as mountains.