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What process describes the transformation of existing rocks under high temperature and pressure?
What process describes the transformation of existing rocks under high temperature and pressure?
Which type of metamorphic rock is formed when magma comes in contact with an existing body of rock?
Which type of metamorphic rock is formed when magma comes in contact with an existing body of rock?
What is the primary characteristic of foliated metamorphic rocks?
What is the primary characteristic of foliated metamorphic rocks?
What is lithification primarily involved with?
What is lithification primarily involved with?
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What type of geological processes mainly causes regional metamorphism?
What type of geological processes mainly causes regional metamorphism?
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What process involves the breakdown of rocks due to temperature extremes in deserts?
What process involves the breakdown of rocks due to temperature extremes in deserts?
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What is the effect of the freeze-thaw process on rocks?
What is the effect of the freeze-thaw process on rocks?
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Which chemical weathering process is characterized by the reaction of oxygen with minerals containing iron?
Which chemical weathering process is characterized by the reaction of oxygen with minerals containing iron?
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What is one example of a non-foliated metamorphic rock?
What is one example of a non-foliated metamorphic rock?
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What is the primary effect of unloading on rock structures?
What is the primary effect of unloading on rock structures?
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Which type of sedimentary rock is formed through the cementation of compacted sediments?
Which type of sedimentary rock is formed through the cementation of compacted sediments?
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Which weathering process results in the formation of iron oxide, commonly known as rust?
Which weathering process results in the formation of iron oxide, commonly known as rust?
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What mechanical weathering process occurs when pressure on rocks is decreased due to erosion?
What mechanical weathering process occurs when pressure on rocks is decreased due to erosion?
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What type of weathering is enhanced in colder climates, particularly in mountainous regions?
What type of weathering is enhanced in colder climates, particularly in mountainous regions?
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What is the effect of hydrolysis on minerals when water interacts with them?
What is the effect of hydrolysis on minerals when water interacts with them?
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Which of the following weathering processes is least likely to occur in a humid environment?
Which of the following weathering processes is least likely to occur in a humid environment?
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What is the primary difference between a mudflow and a debris flow?
What is the primary difference between a mudflow and a debris flow?
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What environmental factor primarily causes increased wind erosion in arid regions?
What environmental factor primarily causes increased wind erosion in arid regions?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of debris flows?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of debris flows?
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Which trigger is NOT associated with the occurrence of mudflows?
Which trigger is NOT associated with the occurrence of mudflows?
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What percentage of water content can a mudflow typically contain?
What percentage of water content can a mudflow typically contain?
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In which type of regions are mudflows most commonly found?
In which type of regions are mudflows most commonly found?
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Which statement accurately describes the flow characteristics of mudflows?
Which statement accurately describes the flow characteristics of mudflows?
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What common event can lead to the formation of a lahar?
What common event can lead to the formation of a lahar?
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What type of rocks are primarily associated with regional metamorphism?
What type of rocks are primarily associated with regional metamorphism?
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Which of the following stresses involves squeezing or pushing rocks together?
Which of the following stresses involves squeezing or pushing rocks together?
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What is the primary effect of dynamic metamorphism on rocks?
What is the primary effect of dynamic metamorphism on rocks?
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What was Alfred Wegener's contribution to geology?
What was Alfred Wegener's contribution to geology?
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Which of the following stresses is responsible for rock deformation by sliding past one another?
Which of the following stresses is responsible for rock deformation by sliding past one another?
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What is one of the evidences supporting the theory of continental drift?
What is one of the evidences supporting the theory of continental drift?
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Which type of metamorphism occurs at low temperatures and is typically non-foliated?
Which type of metamorphism occurs at low temperatures and is typically non-foliated?
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What geological feature is associated with a convergent boundary?
What geological feature is associated with a convergent boundary?
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What primarily contributes to the cycle of poverty?
What primarily contributes to the cycle of poverty?
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Which group is described as facing chronic poverty without stable employment?
Which group is described as facing chronic poverty without stable employment?
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What is one factor that limits social mobility?
What is one factor that limits social mobility?
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Which category primarily includes individuals living in slums or informal settlements?
Which category primarily includes individuals living in slums or informal settlements?
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What are some common negative impacts of poverty on individuals?
What are some common negative impacts of poverty on individuals?
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What is a characteristic of the upper class in society?
What is a characteristic of the upper class in society?
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Which of the following is NOT a consequence of poverty?
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of poverty?
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Which factor is a key contributor to the existence of poverty in society?
Which factor is a key contributor to the existence of poverty in society?
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Study Notes
Fine-Grained Rocks
- Comes from the Greek word meaning "to transform"
- Existing rocks that have been altered in texture and mineral composition due to high temperature and pressure
Sedimentary Rocks
- Formed by compacted and cemented sediments
- Formed through weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, and cementation
3 Types of Sedimentary Rocks
- Clastic: Formed from broken pieces of other rocks
- Chemical: Formed from minerals that precipitate out of water solutions
- Organic: Formed from the remains of living organisms
Weathering
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Mechanical Weathering: Physical breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces
- Frost Wedging: Water freezes in cracks of rocks, expands, and breaks them apart
- Insolation Weathering: Rapid heating and cooling of rocks due to sun exposure results in cracking and breaking
- Unloading: Pressure reduction on rocks due to removal of overlaying material causes expansion and fracturing
Chemical Weathering
- Oxidation: Chemical reaction between oxygen and minerals, particularly those with iron, creating iron oxide (rust)
- Hydrolysis: Chemical reaction between water and minerals which breaks them down
Climate Change and Human Impact on Weathering
- Increased frequency of storms and changing weather patterns accelerate weathering processes, particularly soil erosion
Mass Wasting
- Debris Flow: Rapid, destructive flow of soil, rock, water, and debris down slopes
- Mudflow: A type of debris flow with smoother, more liquid consistency due to high water content and finer particles
Metamorphic Rocks
- Formed from existing rocks that have undergone textural and mineralogical changes due to heat and pressure
- Contact Metamorphism: Occurs when magma comes in contact with existing rocks, creating a small area of alteration, often resulting in non-foliated rocks
- Regional Metamorphism: Occurs over a large area due to tectonic forces, producing both foliated and non-foliated rocks
- Dynamic Metamorphism: Occurs along faults due to intense pressure, resulting in foliated rocks
Types of Metamorphic Rocks
- Foliated: Rocks with a layered or banded appearance, often formed from regional or dynamic metamorphism
- Non-foliated: Rocks with a uniform texture without layers, often formed from contact metamorphism
Types of Stress
- Compression: Pushing together, shortens and thickens material
- Shearing: Forces parallel but in opposite directions, causing deformation by sliding past each other
Continental Drift Theory
- Alfred Wegener (1880-1930): Developed the Continental Drift theory
- Pangea: Proposed one supercontinent that existed billions of years ago
- Laurasia: The Northern continents
- Gondwanaland: The Southern continents
Evidence for Continental Drift
- Jigsaw Puzzle Fit: The coastlines of continents like South America and Africa fit together
- Fossil Evidence: Similar fossils found on continents now separated by oceans suggest a past connection
- Rock Formations: Matching rock formations across continents further support the theory
- Magnetic Striping: Magnetic patterns on either side of mid-ocean ridges are symmetrical, indicating seafloor spreading
Types of Plate Boundaries:
- Convergent: Plates collide, resulting in mountain ranges or subduction zones
- Divergent: Plates move apart, forming new crust at mid-ocean ridges
- Transform: Plates slide past each other, causing earthquakes
Poverty
- Causes: Economic instability, lack of access to education and healthcare, political corruption, and social discrimination
- Consequences: Poor living conditions, limited opportunities, negative impacts on health, and vulnerability to social issues
- Social Mobility: Ability to move between social classes, influenced by education, opportunities, and social networks
Social Class Categories
- Underclass: Groups facing chronic poverty and exclusion
- Working Class: Individuals with lower income and often manual labor jobs
- Middle Class: Individuals with stable employment and access to resources
- Upper Class: Wealthy individuals with significant financial assets and access to resources
Poor Sectors of Society
- Urban Poor: Individuals and families living in urban areas often in slums or informal settlements
- Rural Poor: Individuals and families living in rural areas with limited access to resources, often engaged in agriculture
- Indigenous Populations: Often marginalized groups facing historical and ongoing discrimination and poverty
- Refugees and Asylum Seekers: Individuals displaced by conflict, persecution, or natural disasters, facing hardship in new environments
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Explore the fascinating world of geology with our quiz covering fine-grained rocks, sedimentary rock formation, and the various types of weathering processes. Dive into the different categories of sedimentary rocks, including clastic, chemical, and organic. Test your knowledge and understand the transformative power of geological processes!
