Igneous Rocks: Notes Outline
... Three Ways that Igneous Rocks Can Form FROM Magma: (For each method listed, describe the rate at which the magma would cool and the resulting texture of the igneous rocks formed) 1. “Spew” out of a volcano – 2. “Ooze” out of a volcano – 3. Get trapped somewhere on the way up to the surface - ...
... Three Ways that Igneous Rocks Can Form FROM Magma: (For each method listed, describe the rate at which the magma would cool and the resulting texture of the igneous rocks formed) 1. “Spew” out of a volcano – 2. “Ooze” out of a volcano – 3. Get trapped somewhere on the way up to the surface - ...
Plate Evidence 09
... • Same fossils found on many different continents – Fossils of organisms that could not fly or swim between continents – Continents were together when these animals lived, so they could walk from one continent to another ...
... • Same fossils found on many different continents – Fossils of organisms that could not fly or swim between continents – Continents were together when these animals lived, so they could walk from one continent to another ...
RockReviewIgneousProcess
... upon the silica (SiO2) content The silica content is determined by the silicate minerals that occur in the rock (i.e., the minerals contain SiO2) The percentage of silica ranges from about 40% to about 70% Rocks are referred to as “silica rich” or “silica poor” ...
... upon the silica (SiO2) content The silica content is determined by the silicate minerals that occur in the rock (i.e., the minerals contain SiO2) The percentage of silica ranges from about 40% to about 70% Rocks are referred to as “silica rich” or “silica poor” ...
PHS 111 Test 1 Review Chapters 20-22
... When the magnetic field of Earth is reversed,: Earth flips over in its orbit; Earth's rotation is also reversed; newly formed mineral grains on the ocean floor are magnetized according to the new orientation of the magnetic field. If the path of polar wandering found from two continents are not the ...
... When the magnetic field of Earth is reversed,: Earth flips over in its orbit; Earth's rotation is also reversed; newly formed mineral grains on the ocean floor are magnetized according to the new orientation of the magnetic field. If the path of polar wandering found from two continents are not the ...
Chapter 17 Study Guide 16
... Explain how mid-ocean ridges and deep-sea trenches are different. Describe their many differences: how they form, what they look like, their elevations, etc. ...
... Explain how mid-ocean ridges and deep-sea trenches are different. Describe their many differences: how they form, what they look like, their elevations, etc. ...
Chapter 4
... Chapter 4- Review 1) What is indirect evidence? 2) What are seismic waves? 3) How do geologist know about the Earth’s interior? 4) What happens to pressure and temperature as one descends through the Earth? 5) What is pressure? 6) Identify the four layers of the Earth from the outside and moving in. ...
... Chapter 4- Review 1) What is indirect evidence? 2) What are seismic waves? 3) How do geologist know about the Earth’s interior? 4) What happens to pressure and temperature as one descends through the Earth? 5) What is pressure? 6) Identify the four layers of the Earth from the outside and moving in. ...
The Earth*s Physical Geography
... Mountains rise more than 2,000 ft above sea level or surrounding land Ex. Volcano Hills have rounded tops, but are lower and less steep than mountains Plateau is large and mostly flat . It rises above the surrounding land One steep slope Plains are large areas of flat land, but can also be gently r ...
... Mountains rise more than 2,000 ft above sea level or surrounding land Ex. Volcano Hills have rounded tops, but are lower and less steep than mountains Plateau is large and mostly flat . It rises above the surrounding land One steep slope Plains are large areas of flat land, but can also be gently r ...
Study Guide: Earth`s Layer, Pangaea, Plate Tectonics, Minerals and
... A. Softer than itself B. As hard or harder than itself 22. Name 3 characteristics all rocks have. They are a solid ...
... A. Softer than itself B. As hard or harder than itself 22. Name 3 characteristics all rocks have. They are a solid ...
Chapter 21- Planet Earth
... the theory that explains how the outer parts of Earth ______________________________, and that explains the relationships between _______________________________, sea-floor spreading, ____________________________, and volcanic activity ...
... the theory that explains how the outer parts of Earth ______________________________, and that explains the relationships between _______________________________, sea-floor spreading, ____________________________, and volcanic activity ...
Teacher`s Guide - Discovery Education
... oceanic crust is the ocean floor. New crust constantly forms as magma, or hot molten rock deep inside the Earth, rises and erupts at the surface, where it is called lava. 4. Classifying Minerals Pre-viewing question Q: What do you think are the most important rocks and minerals on Earth? A: Answers ...
... oceanic crust is the ocean floor. New crust constantly forms as magma, or hot molten rock deep inside the Earth, rises and erupts at the surface, where it is called lava. 4. Classifying Minerals Pre-viewing question Q: What do you think are the most important rocks and minerals on Earth? A: Answers ...
460:102 Notes Historical Geology Notes
... d. Alluvial rocks topped the sequences, sand, gravel, clay, peat, ash Neptunism was appealing because it was consistent with the biblical account of the creation. Young Earth - 6000 yrs. old. Problems - where did the water go? Same origin for basalt as for shales, limestones etc. J.F. D’Aubisson de ...
... d. Alluvial rocks topped the sequences, sand, gravel, clay, peat, ash Neptunism was appealing because it was consistent with the biblical account of the creation. Young Earth - 6000 yrs. old. Problems - where did the water go? Same origin for basalt as for shales, limestones etc. J.F. D’Aubisson de ...
Seafloor Ages ABC - SERC
... Seafloor Ages Part 1: Divergent Boundary A divergent boundary in the center of an ocean is shown below with arrows showing the direction the crust is moving. 1) Where is the oldest crust found? A ...
... Seafloor Ages Part 1: Divergent Boundary A divergent boundary in the center of an ocean is shown below with arrows showing the direction the crust is moving. 1) Where is the oldest crust found? A ...
Chp 12.1- Evidence for Continental Drift
... • Wegener’s evidence for continental drift did not explain how ENTIRE CONTINETS COULD CHANGE LOCATIONS • New scientific equipment allowed scientists to measure the slow but steady drift of Earth’s TECTONIC PLATES. • It was noted that EARTHQUAKES and VOLCANOES appear in certain patterns along the edg ...
... • Wegener’s evidence for continental drift did not explain how ENTIRE CONTINETS COULD CHANGE LOCATIONS • New scientific equipment allowed scientists to measure the slow but steady drift of Earth’s TECTONIC PLATES. • It was noted that EARTHQUAKES and VOLCANOES appear in certain patterns along the edg ...
Planetary Geology Name WARFORD RANCH VOLCANO, ARIZONA
... Central Highlands (which is a transition zone between the other two provinces). All of southern Arizona, including Warford Ranch volcano (the subject of this trip) and the journey to the field area are within the Basin and Range province. This province is characterized by mountain ranges uplifted by ...
... Central Highlands (which is a transition zone between the other two provinces). All of southern Arizona, including Warford Ranch volcano (the subject of this trip) and the journey to the field area are within the Basin and Range province. This province is characterized by mountain ranges uplifted by ...
Section 1: Classifying Rocks Mineral Composition and Color
... Heat and pressure deep beneath Earth’s surface can change any rock into metamorphic rock. The appearance, texture, crystal structure and mineral content of the rock can change. Metamorphic rock can form from igneous, sedimentary and other metamorphic rock Heat and pressure under Earth’s surface caus ...
... Heat and pressure deep beneath Earth’s surface can change any rock into metamorphic rock. The appearance, texture, crystal structure and mineral content of the rock can change. Metamorphic rock can form from igneous, sedimentary and other metamorphic rock Heat and pressure under Earth’s surface caus ...
Unit 1: Geology
... 2.2f Plates may collide, move apart, or slide past one another. Most volcanic activity and mountain building occur at the boundaries of these plates, often resulting in earthquakes. 2.2g Rocks are classified according to their method of formation. The three classes of rocks are sedimentary, metamorp ...
... 2.2f Plates may collide, move apart, or slide past one another. Most volcanic activity and mountain building occur at the boundaries of these plates, often resulting in earthquakes. 2.2g Rocks are classified according to their method of formation. The three classes of rocks are sedimentary, metamorp ...
UNIT OVERVIEW STAGE ONE: Identify Desired Results Established
... 2.2f Plates may collide, move apart, or slide past one another. Most volcanic activity and mountain building occur at the boundaries of these plates, often resulting in earthquakes. 2.2g Rocks are classified according to their method of formation. The three classes of rocks are sedimentary, metamorp ...
... 2.2f Plates may collide, move apart, or slide past one another. Most volcanic activity and mountain building occur at the boundaries of these plates, often resulting in earthquakes. 2.2g Rocks are classified according to their method of formation. The three classes of rocks are sedimentary, metamorp ...
Rocks and Weathering - 6thgrade
... Oxygen – the oxygen gas in air is an important cause of chemical weathering. Ex: rust on a bicycle. Carbon Dioxide – it dissolves in rainwater and in water that sinks through air pockets in the soil. Living organisms – as plants grow its roots push into cracks in the rock. Acid rain – compounds like ...
... Oxygen – the oxygen gas in air is an important cause of chemical weathering. Ex: rust on a bicycle. Carbon Dioxide – it dissolves in rainwater and in water that sinks through air pockets in the soil. Living organisms – as plants grow its roots push into cracks in the rock. Acid rain – compounds like ...
Quiz # 1 Chapters 1 and 2
... 7. When ocean lithosphere is carried by subduction down into the earths interior water is forced out. Some minerals in the mantle melt, forming magmas. True or False? 8. Most granitic intrusions appear above subduction zones that dip beneath continents, and are formed when large rising magmas melt s ...
... 7. When ocean lithosphere is carried by subduction down into the earths interior water is forced out. Some minerals in the mantle melt, forming magmas. True or False? 8. Most granitic intrusions appear above subduction zones that dip beneath continents, and are formed when large rising magmas melt s ...
What are the characteristics of a mineral?
... surface is water, consisting of oceans, rivers, lakes, underground water, and ice. • b. Relate various atmospheric conditions to stages of the water cycle. • c. Describe the composition, location, and subsurface topography of the world’s oceans. • d. Explain the causes of waves, currents, and ...
... surface is water, consisting of oceans, rivers, lakes, underground water, and ice. • b. Relate various atmospheric conditions to stages of the water cycle. • c. Describe the composition, location, and subsurface topography of the world’s oceans. • d. Explain the causes of waves, currents, and ...
Blue Paper Questions
... The above figure compares a profile across the shield volcanoes Mauna Loa and Kilauea (measured from the floor of the Pacific Ocean) with a profile across the composite volcano Mount Rainier. 23. The difference in profile is largely due to the difference in viscosities of the typical lavas erupted a ...
... The above figure compares a profile across the shield volcanoes Mauna Loa and Kilauea (measured from the floor of the Pacific Ocean) with a profile across the composite volcano Mount Rainier. 23. The difference in profile is largely due to the difference in viscosities of the typical lavas erupted a ...
Earth as a Planet – Glossary Part 1 Nebulae E. Stellar
... _______ molten rock beneath the Earth’s surface _______ molten rock that has flowed out onto the Earth’s surface _______ Rock formed by the freezing of magma underground _______ rock that forms by the freezing of lava above ground, after it flows or explodes out onto the surface and comes into conta ...
... _______ molten rock beneath the Earth’s surface _______ molten rock that has flowed out onto the Earth’s surface _______ Rock formed by the freezing of magma underground _______ rock that forms by the freezing of lava above ground, after it flows or explodes out onto the surface and comes into conta ...
Composition of Mars
The composition of Mars covers the branch of the geology of Mars that describes the make-up of the planet Mars.