Read the following statements:

Statement 1: Diastrophism includes all processes that move, elevate or build up portions of the Earth’s crust.

Statement 2: Exogenic processes derive their energy from the atmosphere, influenced by solar energy and tectonic gradients.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Only Statement 1 is correct
Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct – Diastrophism includes all endogenic processes like folding, faulting, and warping that move, uplift, or deform the Earth's crust.

• Statement 2 is incorrect – Exogenic processes derive energy from the sun, not tectonic gradients. These include weathering, erosion, and deposition.

• Diastrophism is part of internal (endogenic) processes.

• Exogenic processes are external and work on the Earth’s surface.
Information Booster:

• Diastrophism and volcanism are major endogenic forces shaping Earth's crust.

• Exogenic processes are driven by solar radiation and gravity, not tectonics.

• Examples of exogenic forces: River erosion, glacial movement, wind action.

• These processes are crucial for the rock cycle and landform development.

• Tectonic gradients influence endogenic processes, not exogenic ones.