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Geology is defined as the study of the Earth and other ______ bodies.
Geology is defined as the study of the Earth and other ______ bodies.
extraterrestrial
The issue of ______ in geology refers to the small vs. large scale phenomena.
The issue of ______ in geology refers to the small vs. large scale phenomena.
scale
Physical geology examines the Earth's rocks and ______ to understand its processes.
Physical geology examines the Earth's rocks and ______ to understand its processes.
minerals
Historical geology focuses on the origin and evolution of the Earth through ______.
Historical geology focuses on the origin and evolution of the Earth through ______.
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Civil engineers must know how to use a ______ to understand geological conditions.
Civil engineers must know how to use a ______ to understand geological conditions.
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Geology tries to replicate natural ______ with analogs/examples.
Geology tries to replicate natural ______ with analogs/examples.
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Mountain vs. mountain ______ is an aspect of understanding geological scales.
Mountain vs. mountain ______ is an aspect of understanding geological scales.
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The Greek roots of the word geology are γῆ + -λογία, meaning Earth + ______.
The Greek roots of the word geology are γῆ + -λογία, meaning Earth + ______.
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The phrase 'The present is the key to the ______' is associated with Charles Lyell.
The phrase 'The present is the key to the ______' is associated with Charles Lyell.
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In mining geology, it is necessary to calculate the appropriate ______ that can support the mine.
In mining geology, it is necessary to calculate the appropriate ______ that can support the mine.
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Paleontology uses ______ to study Earth’s history.
Paleontology uses ______ to study Earth’s history.
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Baron Georges Cuvier is known for the concept of ______, which suggests that sudden catastrophes shape the Earth.
Baron Georges Cuvier is known for the concept of ______, which suggests that sudden catastrophes shape the Earth.
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In geomorphology, the ______ of the Earth refers to its shape and the processes that formed it.
In geomorphology, the ______ of the Earth refers to its shape and the processes that formed it.
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The study of minerals, which are the building blocks of rocks, is known as ______.
The study of minerals, which are the building blocks of rocks, is known as ______.
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The most famous study of geologists, focusing on rocks, is called ______.
The most famous study of geologists, focusing on rocks, is called ______.
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The field that studies geologic structures, such as faults and folds, is referred to as ______.
The field that studies geologic structures, such as faults and folds, is referred to as ______.
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The movement of seismic waves through the Earth is known as ______.
The movement of seismic waves through the Earth is known as ______.
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James Hutton is known as the Father of Modern Geology and proposed the concept of ______.
James Hutton is known as the Father of Modern Geology and proposed the concept of ______.
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Environmental geology examines the effects of human activity on the ______.
Environmental geology examines the effects of human activity on the ______.
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The study of volcanic activity and its processes is known as ______.
The study of volcanic activity and its processes is known as ______.
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The 'New Era' in geology is characterized by the ______, marking a new layer on Earth.
The 'New Era' in geology is characterized by the ______, marking a new layer on Earth.
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Study Notes
Introduction to Geology
- Geology studies Earth (and other space bodies), its composition, and its processes
- Explains similar processes on other extraterrestrial bodies
- Deals with small and large scales, like using maps to find location
Complexity of Replicating Natural Phenomena
- Scientists use similar examples to simplify natural events
- Replicating natural events to understand scientific knowledge
Branches of Geology
- Physical Geology: Examines rocks, minerals, and the processes beneath and on Earth's surface.
- Historical Geology: Studies Earth's evolution and origin throughout time
Physical Geology - Subdivisions
- Mineralogy: Studying minerals, the building blocks of rocks (macro and micro)
- Petrology: Studying rocks, a key focus of geologists
- Volcanology: Studying volcanoes
- Structural Geology: Studying Earth's structures, like faults and folds
Issue of Scale
- Distinction between small-scale and large-scale geological phenomena is important
- Understanding scale is crucial for civil engineers to map areas successfully
Geology as a Discipline
- Encompasses a wide range of processes and bodies, including extraterrestrial bodies
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of geology, including the study of Earth and its composition, processes, and the importance of scale in geological studies. It also explores various branches of geology, such as physical and historical geology, along with significant subdivisions like mineralogy and volcanology.
