Geological Evolution of South Africa Quiz
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What do the Drakensberg and Lebombo Groups relate to in the geological history of South Africa?

Early stage of Gondwana break-up

What are the major geological groups that make up the Karoo Supergroup in South Africa?

Dwyka, Ecca, Beaufort, and Stormberg Groups

During which geological period did the Karoo events like 'Basin deformation' and 'Basin formation' occur?

175 Ma

Which geological provinces are mentioned in the text as part of the Namaqua-Natal Metamorphic Provinces?

<p>Nama Group and Natal Group</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two Archaean basement complexes mentioned in the text?

<p>Barberton Complex and Ventersdorp Cover</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range of the Karoo Supergroup?

<p>Carboniferous (302 Ma) to mid-Jurassic (178 Ma)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which formation within the Karoo Supergroup contains important coal deposits?

<p>Vryheid Formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of environment is associated with the Dwyka Group?

<p>Glacial environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range of the Ecca Group?

<p>Middle Permian (280-260 Ma)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main types of rocks found in the Ecca Group?

<p>Sandstones and shales</p> Signup and view all the answers

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