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What is the primary focus of the study of geology?

The exploration of Earth's natural mineral resources
The structure and evolution of the Earth (correct)
The formation of sedimentary rocks
The study of plate tectonics and continental drift

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main groups of rocks classified by geologists?

Organic rock (correct)
Metamorphic rock
Sedimentary rock
Igneous rock

What is the primary process that forms metamorphic rocks?

Heat and pressure from other rocks (correct)
Cooling and solidification of magma
Deposition and lithification
Weathering and erosion

Which of the following best describes the concept of continental drift?

The hypothesis that Earth's continents have moved relative to each other over time (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the field of engineering geology?

The application of geological knowledge to engineering problems (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about plate tectonics is true?

It is a scientific theory that explains how major landforms are created due to Earth's subterranean movements (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of rock mentioned in the text?

Plutonic rock (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key characteristic of metamorphic rocks?

They have been substantially changed from their original form due to high heat, pressure, or mineral-rich fluids (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between porosity and permeability as described in the text?

Porosity refers to the volume of void space, while permeability refers to the ease of passage of liquids or gases through the material. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an agent of weathering and erosion?

Earthquakes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the terms "lattice system" and "crystal system" as described in the text?

A lattice system is a subset or type of crystal system. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the field of mineralogy as described in the text?

To study the chemical composition and physical properties of minerals and mineralized artifacts. (C) Signup and view all the answers