Tectonic and Structural Geomorphology Quiz

What is the composition of the Earth's core?

• Silica, iron & magnesium rocks (SIMA)

• Iron & nickel (NIFE)

• Silicate rocks rich in iron, magnesium, & olivine

• Silica & alumina (SIAL) rocks

What is the primary mechanism that drives uplift/subsidence of the Earth's surface?

• Plate convergence

• Volcanic eruptions

• Sea floor spreading

• Mantle convection

Which type of lava flows are characterized by being highly fluid, very hot, and rich in iron & magnesium?

• Andesitic Lavas

• Rhyolitic Lavas

• Basaltic Lavas

• Acidic Lavas

What is the primary difference between P-waves and S-waves during an earthquake?

• P-waves are longitudinal while S-waves are transverse

• P-waves travel faster than S-waves

• S-waves can travel through fluids while P-waves cannot

• S-waves arrive first at seismograph stations

What is the main cause of earthquakes according to the text?

• Sea floor spreading

• Plate tectonics

• Mantle convection

• Volcanic eruptions

Which type of volcano is characterized by being the smallest and conically shaped?

• Composite Cones

• Shield Volcanoes

• Cinder Cones

• Plug Domes

What is the primary goal of the topic 'Tectonic and Structural Geomorphology'?

• Study types of volcanic materials

• Explore the linkages between mountain uplift and topographic relief

• Examine the structure of the Earth's core

• Establish the mechanisms that drive uplift/subsidence of the Earth's surface

What is the primary difference between a syncline and an anticline?

• Syncline is an upward fold while anticline is a downward fold

• Syncline is convex while anticline is concave

• Anticline is convex while syncline is concave

• Anticline is a downward fold while syncline is an upward fold

Which type of fault is caused by tension and results in rocks moving apart?

• Overthrust Fault

• Normal Fault

• Strike-slip/Transcurrent Fault

• Reverse/Thrust Fault

What is the primary difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous landforms?

• Intrusive forms are exposed by erosion while extrusive forms are volcanic or depositional

• Intrusive forms are formed by lava flows while extrusive forms are formed by magma rising within the crust

• Intrusive forms are found on the Earth's surface while extrusive forms are found beneath the surface

• Intrusive forms are composed of basalt while extrusive forms are composed of granite