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PHSC 211 Chapter 2 Quiz (Fall 2020)– Liberty University (A grade) 1. What mineral composition is most characteristic of felsic rocks? a. olivine, pyroxene, and calcium-rich plagioclase b. orthoclase, quartz, and biotite c. calcium-rich plagioclase and hornblende with some olivine d. particles of volcanic ash welded together 2. What mineral composition is most characteristic of mafic rocks? a. olivine, pyroxene, and calcium-rich plagioclase b. orthoclase, quartz, and biotite c. ...

9/25/2020 APUS CLE : ERSC181 I002 Sum 20 : Tests & Quizzes 4.0/ 4.0 Points 4.0/ 4.0 Points Week 1 Exam (timed and single access) Return to Assessment List Part 1 of 2 - Rock Forming Minerals 52.0/ 52.0 Points Question 1 of 25 Which subatomic particle is NOT found in the nucleus? A. proton B. neutron C. electron Feedback: 3.1.1 Question 2 of 25 Which of the following is considered to be composed of a mineral? A. coal B. your teeth C. glass (un-ordered atoms) D. lab-grown diamond...

ERSC181 -Week 3 Study Guide Questions and Correct Answers Which of the following is NOT associated with earthquakes If you are interested in only knowing the amount of damage caused by the earthquake, which scale would you consult? Which of the following statement is the most accurate What is a shadow zone and why does it exist? Which type of waves are compressional in nature? If you are interested in knowing the most accurate calculation of the amount of energy released by an earthquake, ...

Introduction to Earth Science Exam Questions with Verified Answers Geology - Answer-The study of Earth, its materials, and processes past and present; study of the origin, history, and structure of the Earth Silicon - Answer-The second most abundant element in the earth's crust. Upper Mantle - Answer-is part of lithosphere / tectonic plates Inner Core - Answer-A dense solidified iron rich alloy. Describe how the Earth's magnetic field is generated. - Answer-Originates in the Out...

PHSC 211 Chapter 2 Quiz (Fall 2020)– Liberty University (A grade) 1. What mineral composition is most characteristic of felsic rocks? a. olivine, pyroxene, and calcium-rich plagioclase b. orthoclase, quartz, and biotite c. calcium-rich plagioclase and hornblende with some olivine d. particles of volcanic ash welded together 2. What mineral composition is most characteristic of mafic rocks? a. olivine, pyroxene, and calcium-rich plagioclase b. orthoclase, quartz, and biotite c. sod...

Introduction to Earth Science Part II- Complete Questions and Answers 2023 Geology *** The study of Earth, its materials, and processes past and present; study of the origin, history, and structure of the Earth Silicon *** The second most abundant element in the earth's crust. Upper Mantle *** is part of lithosphere / tectonic plates Inner Core *** A dense solidified iron rich alloy. Describe how the Earth's magnetic field is generated. *** Originates in the Outer Core due to th...

GEOG 1111, Spring 2017 Class CAMPUS GEOMORPHOLOGY FIELD TRIP Instructor: Stan Hopkins Assigned: March 02, 2017 Due Date: March 21, 2017 or before Directions: This assignment involves a self-guided t our of several exhibits and points of interest in the Geography-Geology (G-G) building, and around campus. Since the directions are geared toward starting on the third floor of the G-G Bldg., I suggest that you start there. Otherwise, the directions may be a little confusing, but not incomprehensible...

SCIN100 -- Chapter 3 exam with 100% correct answers Which of the following is not a dark silicate mineral? Biotite Amphibole Quartz Pyroxene - answerQuartz The texture of an igneous rock ________. - answerrecords the rock's cooling history Limestone is formed primarily through ________. - answerbiochemical sediments secreted by marine organisms Select the coarse-grained rock which is composed mainly of quartz and potassium feldspar from the list below. Basalt Andesite Granite dio...

Week 3 Exam (timed and single access) Return to Assessment List Part 1 of 2 - 44.0/ 48.0 Points Question 1 of 25 0.0/ 4.0 Points Which of the following would experience the most amount of damage from an earthquake?  A. a brick building in an area underlain by sandstone  B. a brick building in an area underlain by granite  C. a brick building in area underlain by unconsolidated sand  D. a brick building in area underlain by water-saturated sand Question 2 of 25 4.0/ 4.0 Points Which t...

the principle of isostasy refers to: a) the difference in the strength of the mantle versus the crust b) the relationship between regional elevations and thickness of crust c) how the upper core differs from the inner core d) how the upper mantle differs from the lower mantle - ANSWER>>b the main layers of the earth in correct order from the surface, down: a) upper crust, outer core, inner core, mantle b) outer core, inner core, upper mantle, lower mantle c) crust, mantle, outer core, ...