Question 1

Detrital sedimentary rocks differ from chemical sedimentary rocks in that

Accepted Answer

A) detrital sedimentary rocks accumulate in depositional basins, while chemical sedimentary rocks do not 
B) detrital sedimentary rocks are composed of visible pieces of preexisting rocks 
C) chemical sedimentary rocks are composed of chemical elements, while detrital rocks are not 
D) chemical sedimentary rocks accumulate in the ocean, while detrital rocks do not 
A) detrital sedimentary rocks accumulate in depositional basins, while chemical sedimentary rocks do not 
B) detrital sedimentary rocks are composed of visible pieces of preexisting rocks 
C) chemical sedimentary rocks are composed of chemical elements, while detrital rocks are not 
D) chemical sedimentary rocks accumulate in the ocean, while detrital rocks do not B

Question 2

________ is a low-grade metamorphic rock with many important uses.

Accepted Answer

Slate

Question 3

Plastic deformation results in

Accepted Answer

A) a return to the original shape of the rock once the pressure is released 
B) fractures, such as joints and faults 
C) permanent change in shape of the rocks 
D) increased rock temperature and, thus, increased metamorphism 
A) a return to the original shape of the rock once the pressure is released 
B) fractures, such as joints and faults 
C) permanent change in shape of the rocks 
D) increased rock temperature and, thus, increased metamorphism C

Question 4

Nonfoliated metamorphic rocks are less likely to cause a landslide than are foliated metamorphic rocks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The term "clay" refers to both texture and mineralogy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

________ sedimentary rocks are formed from the precipitation of substances dissolved in water.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ sedimentary rocks are formed from the...

Question 7

In what way is the rock cycle intertwined with plate tectonics?

Accepted Answer

A) Plate tectonic processes control the rock forming processes prevalent at plate boundaries. 
B) Plate tectonic processes are directly responsible for weathering. 
C) Plate tectonic processes are responsible for the internal heat that causes metamorphism and melting. 
D) Plate tectonic processes are directly responsible for sediment deposition. 
A) Plate tectonic processes control the rock forming processes prevalent at plate boundaries. 
B) Plate tectonic processes are directly responsible for weathering. 
C) Plate tectonic processes are responsible for the internal heat that causes metamorphism and melting. 
D) Plate tectonic processes are directly responsible for sediment deposition.

Question 8

The crystalline structure of minerals is a result of random arrangement of atoms in a crystal lattice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Unconformities represent

Accepted Answer

A) a gap in the geologic record 
B) a time when the rock sequence was below sea level 
C) a period of igneous intrusion 
D) an example of the principle of superposition 
A) a gap in the geologic record 
B) a time when the rock sequence was below sea level 
C) a period of igneous intrusion 
D) an example of the principle of superposition

Question 10

Nonfoliated metamorphic rocks form only in high-temperature, low-pressure metamorphism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Limestone is prone to chemical weathering because it consists of a mineral from the ________ group.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Limestone is prone to chemical weathering because...

Question 12

Which of the following is not a mineral?

Accepted Answer

A) volcanic glass 
B) ice 
C) quartz 
D) plagioclase feldspar 
A) volcanic glass 
B) ice 
C) quartz 
D) plagioclase feldspar

Question 13

Rock folds typically form under the influence of compressive stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The law of ________ states that the oldest layers are on the bottom of a sequence of sediment layers that have not been overturned.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The law of ________ states that the...

Question 15

Some metamorphic rocks are potential environmental hazards because

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A) foliation can represent a plane of weakness in the rock 
B) the fluids that metamorphose the rocks can leave behind dangerous chemicals 
C) they are composed of unstable elements 
D) the crystals do not interlock as in igneous rocks 
A) foliation can represent a plane of weakness in the rock 
B) the fluids that metamorphose the rocks can leave behind dangerous chemicals 
C) they are composed of unstable elements 
D) the crystals do not interlock as in igneous rocks

Question 16

The basal cleavage of ________ minerals makes them potentially weak.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The basal cleavage of ________ minerals makes...

Question 17

Isotopes are

Accepted Answer

A) charged atoms that have gained or lost electrons 
B) atoms that share electrons 
C) atoms of the same element with different atomic masses 
D) atoms with extra electrons in the nucleus 
A) charged atoms that have gained or lost electrons 
B) atoms that share electrons 
C) atoms of the same element with different atomic masses 
D) atoms with extra electrons in the nucleus

Question 18

In a covalent bond

Accepted Answer

A) chains or sheets of atoms are held together by weak forces 
B) atoms are joined by electrical charges 
C) electrons are shared between all atoms in a solid mass 
D) electrons are shared between a limited number of atoms 
A) chains or sheets of atoms are held together by weak forces 
B) atoms are joined by electrical charges 
C) electrons are shared between all atoms in a solid mass 
D) electrons are shared between a limited number of atoms

Question 19

Silicate minerals are the most common minerals in the outer core.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Sulfide minerals are potential environmental hazards because

Accepted Answer

A) they are weak minerals 
B) they are rich in calcium, which contributes to water degradation 
C) they can combine with oxygen and water to form sulfuric acid 
D) they are important sources of iron 
A) they are weak minerals 
B) they are rich in calcium, which contributes to water degradation 
C) they can combine with oxygen and water to form sulfuric acid 
D) they are important sources of iron

Detrital sedimentary rocks differ from chemical sedimentary rocks in that

________ is a low-grade metamorphic rock with many important uses.

Plastic deformation results in

Nonfoliated metamorphic rocks are less likely to cause a landslide than are foliated metamorphic rocks.

The term "clay" refers to both texture and mineralogy.

________ sedimentary rocks are formed from the precipitation of substances dissolved in water.

In what way is the rock cycle intertwined with plate tectonics?

The crystalline structure of minerals is a result of random arrangement of atoms in a crystal lattice.

Unconformities represent

Nonfoliated metamorphic rocks form only in high-temperature, low-pressure metamorphism.

Limestone is prone to chemical weathering because it consists of a mineral from the ________ group.

Which of the following is not a mineral?

Rock folds typically form under the influence of compressive stress.

The law of ________ states that the oldest layers are on the bottom of a sequence of sediment layers that have not been overturned.

Some metamorphic rocks are potential environmental hazards because

The basal cleavage of ________ minerals makes them potentially weak.

Isotopes are

In a covalent bond

Silicate minerals are the most common minerals in the outer core.

Sulfide minerals are potential environmental hazards because

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Exam 3: Minerals and Rocks

Detrital sedimentary rocks differ from chemical sedimentary rocks in that

________ is a low-grade metamorphic rock with many important uses.

Plastic deformation results in

Nonfoliated metamorphic rocks are less likely to cause a landslide than are foliated metamorphic rocks.

The term "clay" refers to both texture and mineralogy.

________ sedimentary rocks are formed from the precipitation of substances dissolved in water.

In what way is the rock cycle intertwined with plate tectonics?

The crystalline structure of minerals is a result of random arrangement of atoms in a crystal lattice.

Unconformities represent

Nonfoliated metamorphic rocks form only in high-temperature, low-pressure metamorphism.

Limestone is prone to chemical weathering because it consists of a mineral from the ________ group.

Which of the following is not a mineral?

Rock folds typically form under the influence of compressive stress.

The law of ________ states that the oldest layers are on the bottom of a sequence of sediment layers that have not been overturned.

Some metamorphic rocks are potential environmental hazards because

The basal cleavage of ________ minerals makes them potentially weak.

Isotopes are

In a covalent bond

Silicate minerals are the most common minerals in the outer core.

Sulfide minerals are potential environmental hazards because

Philosophy and Fundamental Concepts

Internal Structure of Earth and Plate Tectonics

Ecology and Geology

Introduction to Natural Hazards

Earthquakes

Tsunamis

Volcanic Activity

Rivers and Flooding

Slope Processes, Landslides, and Subsidence

Coastal Processes

Impact of Extraterrestrial Objects

Water Resources

Water Pollution

Mineral Resources and the Environment

Energy Resources

Soils and Environment

Global Climate Change

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