
Geology Concepts and Principles

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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the principle of superposition?
The idea that older rock layers are found above younger ones.
The concept that rock layers are always flat.
The theory that all rocks are formed from magma.
The principle that the oldest rock layers are at the bottom.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a common sedimentary rock?
Limestone
Granite
Shale
Sandstone
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do folds and faults affect rock layers?
They make rock layers disappear.
They turn sedimentary rocks into igneous rocks.
They cause rock layers to remain flat.
They can cause rock layers to bend and break.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an index fossil?
A fossil that is found in all rock layers.
A fossil that lived for a short geologic time and helps date rock layers.
A fossil that is only found in volcanic rocks.
A fossil that is used to determine the color of rock layers.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are index fossils useful in geology?
They indicate the presence of water in ancient times.
They help determine the relative age of rock layers.
They provide absolute ages for all rock layers.
They help identify the mineral content of rocks.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an unconformity in a geologic column?
A continuous sequence of rock layers.
A gap in the geologic record due to erosion.
A layer of rock that is older than the ones below it.
A rock layer that is made entirely of fossils.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can unconformities affect the principle of superposition?
They confirm the principle by adding more layers.
They create gaps that make it difficult to apply the principle.
They make all rock layers appear younger.
They have no effect on the principle.
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