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What does the term 'geology' etymologically mean?
What does the term 'geology' etymologically mean?
When did widespread interest in geology begin to emerge?
When did widespread interest in geology begin to emerge?
According to Abraham Werner's theory, how were all rocks formed?
According to Abraham Werner's theory, how were all rocks formed?
What is the principle of 'superposition', which Nicolas Desmarest's law relates to?
What is the principle of 'superposition', which Nicolas Desmarest's law relates to?
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What is stratigraphy the study of?
What is stratigraphy the study of?
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What was 'Neptunism', as a theory, named after?
What was 'Neptunism', as a theory, named after?
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What did Werner hypothesize was the source of heat for volcanic eruptions?
What did Werner hypothesize was the source of heat for volcanic eruptions?
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Who was a key figure in proposing an alternative theory for the origin of Earth, contrasting with Neptunism?
Who was a key figure in proposing an alternative theory for the origin of Earth, contrasting with Neptunism?
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What key observation led Hutton to infer that granite was once molten?
What key observation led Hutton to infer that granite was once molten?
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According to Hutton, what is the primary cause of mountain formation?
According to Hutton, what is the primary cause of mountain formation?
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What is the term used to describe Hutton's theory emphasizing the importance of Earth's internal heat?
What is the term used to describe Hutton's theory emphasizing the importance of Earth's internal heat?
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Which process is NOT considered an agent of erosion mentioned in the context?
Which process is NOT considered an agent of erosion mentioned in the context?
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What is the primary outcome of weathering on rocks?
What is the primary outcome of weathering on rocks?
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What happens to sediment carried by rivers when they meet the sea?
What happens to sediment carried by rivers when they meet the sea?
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What is the final destination for sediments after they are transported by rivers?
What is the final destination for sediments after they are transported by rivers?
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Which of the following best describes the overall concept of the rock cycle as outlined in the text?
Which of the following best describes the overall concept of the rock cycle as outlined in the text?
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What is the primary geological process that shapes the Earth's physical features, as described?
What is the primary geological process that shapes the Earth's physical features, as described?
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When did the systematic exploration of the ocean floor, that contributed significantly to the understanding of plate tectonics, primarily take place?
When did the systematic exploration of the ocean floor, that contributed significantly to the understanding of plate tectonics, primarily take place?
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What is the outermost rigid layer of the Earth divided into, according to the text?
What is the outermost rigid layer of the Earth divided into, according to the text?
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What is the primary mechanism driving the movement of tectonic plates?
What is the primary mechanism driving the movement of tectonic plates?
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The text mentions that new crust is created when plates move apart. What is this process also often associated with?
The text mentions that new crust is created when plates move apart. What is this process also often associated with?
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What does the word 'tectonics' mean, derived from its Greek origin?
What does the word 'tectonics' mean, derived from its Greek origin?
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What happens when tectonic plates collide, according to the text?
What happens when tectonic plates collide, according to the text?
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What is a characteristic of the Earth’s mantle that allows for plate movement?
What is a characteristic of the Earth’s mantle that allows for plate movement?
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What concept is James Hutton most famously associated with?
What concept is James Hutton most famously associated with?
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Hutton's initial 'Theory of the Earth' faced criticism primarily because it lacked what?
Hutton's initial 'Theory of the Earth' faced criticism primarily because it lacked what?
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What specific geological feature did Hutton hypothesize might provide the mechanism for uplifting rocks?
What specific geological feature did Hutton hypothesize might provide the mechanism for uplifting rocks?
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What was the main purpose of Hutton’s expedition to the Isle of Arran?
What was the main purpose of Hutton’s expedition to the Isle of Arran?
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According to Hutton, the rock cycle implies what about Earth's history?
According to Hutton, the rock cycle implies what about Earth's history?
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The Neptunists heavily criticized Hutton's theory, what did they believe?
The Neptunists heavily criticized Hutton's theory, what did they believe?
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Which of these can be inferred about the geological hammer mentioned in the text?
Which of these can be inferred about the geological hammer mentioned in the text?
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What did Hutton find on the Isle of Arran, that made it 'sufficiently interesting and comprehensive'?
What did Hutton find on the Isle of Arran, that made it 'sufficiently interesting and comprehensive'?
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What primary evidence found by Hutton at Lochranza supported his 'Theory of the Earth'?
What primary evidence found by Hutton at Lochranza supported his 'Theory of the Earth'?
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According to Hutton's interpretation, how were the bottom layers at Lochranza originally deposited?
According to Hutton's interpretation, how were the bottom layers at Lochranza originally deposited?
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What geological feature is now known as an 'unconformity' and was first recognized at Lochranza?
What geological feature is now known as an 'unconformity' and was first recognized at Lochranza?
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What did Hutton observe in North Glen Sannox that contributed to his theory?
What did Hutton observe in North Glen Sannox that contributed to his theory?
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What did the presence of granite veins in schist at North Glen Sannox suggest to Hutton about the state of the granite?
What did the presence of granite veins in schist at North Glen Sannox suggest to Hutton about the state of the granite?
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Hutton's findings at Lochranza suggest what about the Earth's history?
Hutton's findings at Lochranza suggest what about the Earth's history?
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What process transforms sedimentary rock into metamorphic rock?
What process transforms sedimentary rock into metamorphic rock?
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What is the significance of the tilted strata at Lochranza in Hutton's theory?
What is the significance of the tilted strata at Lochranza in Hutton's theory?
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Which characteristic of magma causes it to rise towards the Earth's surface?
Which characteristic of magma causes it to rise towards the Earth's surface?
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Why is the unconformity at Lochranza considered significant in the history of geology?
Why is the unconformity at Lochranza considered significant in the history of geology?
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What is the name of the process where surface rock is broken down and carried away?
What is the name of the process where surface rock is broken down and carried away?
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Which of the Earth's layers is the thickest?
Which of the Earth's layers is the thickest?
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What does the text say the rock cycle is?
What does the text say the rock cycle is?
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Where might an intrusive igneous rock be most likely to form?
Where might an intrusive igneous rock be most likely to form?
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What is the approximate radius of the Earth, according to the text?
What is the approximate radius of the Earth, according to the text?
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What process initially forms sedimentary rocks?
What process initially forms sedimentary rocks?
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Study Notes
Geology as a Science
- Geology's term derives from Greek words 'ge' (earth) and 'logos' (to speak)
- Interest in Earth's origins and workings emerged in the 1700s.
- Abraham Werner (1749-1817) proposed a widely accepted theory of Earth's formation.
- Werner's theory suggests rocks formed from an ancient receding ocean.
- Oldest rocks at the bottom, youngest on top (superposition)
- The theory was in agreement with the Biblical Noah's Flood.
Neptunism
- Werner's hypothesis is called Neptunism, named after the Roman god of the sea.
- Rocks were deposited from a primeval ocean in a systematic manner.
- Rocks are laid down in order from oldest to youngest. (oldest at the bottom)
Plutonism
- James Hutton (1726-1797) challenged Neptunism
- Hutton's theory suggests that rocks are recycled and continually reformed.
- He observed mountains are actively being weathered, eroded and the sediment is transported to the sea and deposited
- This cycle would continue for an indefinite time (Geological Time scale or Deep Time).
- Rocks are formed from the cooling of magma(molten rock).
- This hypothesis is called Plutonism
The Rock Cycle
- Rocks are constantly changing
- Disintegration of rocks into sediments (weathering)
- Sediment can be transported away, accumulated in layers, compressed, cemented to become sedimentary rocks
- If subjected to heat and pressure enough, resulting in Metamorphic rocks.
- Metamorphic rocks can melt to form magma, which can solidify to form igneous rocks.
- Continual recycling of rocks.
Plate Tectonics
- The Earth's surface is made up of plates.
- Plates move relative to one another.
- Plate movement causes mountains, volcanoes, earthquakes.
- Underlying process is mantle convection.
- Plate tectonics theory is based on extensive evidence.
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Explore the foundational concepts in geology, including the historical development of theories regarding Earth's formation. Learn about Neptunism, which posits that rocks formed from a primeval ocean, and Plutonism, which emphasizes the recycling of rocks. This quiz delves into the key figures and ideas that shaped our understanding of Earth's geological processes.
