The forces which work on the surface of the earth are called _____________.

The correct answer is exogenic forces.

Key Points

Exogenic Forces:

• Exogenic forces are those forces that derive their strength from the earth’s exterior or originated within the earth’s atmosphere.
• The forces that work on the surface of the earth are called Exogenic forces.
• Examples of forces: the wind, waves, water, etc.
• Examples of exogenic processes: weathering, mass movement, erosion, and deposition.
• Exogenic forces are mainly land-wearing forces.​

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Additional Information

Endogenic Forces:

• Endogenic forces are those internal forces that derive their strength from the earth’s interior.
• The forces which act in the interior of the earth are called Endogenic forces.
• They play a crucial role in shaping the earth's crust.
• The endogenic forces are mainly land-building forces.
• Examples: mountain-building forces, continent building forces, earthquakes, volcanism, etc.
• Endogenic forces sometimes produce sudden movements, like earthquakes and volcanoes.
• Sudden movements cause mass destruction over the surface of the earth.
• These at other times produce slow movements.