1.4B| Module 1 Quiz - Course and Geology Introduction

Introduction

Most modules will include a "module quiz". These mostly multiple-choice assessments are one measure of your understanding of course material. This quiz will assess your understanding of this module's learning objectives and material.

Instructions

You have one attempt and 30 minutes to complete this assessment, and as is the case for all quizzes, you may use your notes, textbooks, and exercises, but not your siblings, parents, roommates, the internet, etc.  All work must be your own. You are expected to respect yourself and others by exercising academic integrity.   

Read each question carefully and choose or compose the best answer.  

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Learning Objectives

• Demonstrate the ability to use the scientific method (italicized objectives represent a course SLO - see syllabus) 

• Define physical geology
• Differentiate between objective and subjective statements 
• Apply the scientific method 
• Convert between different units of measurement
• Describe how the principle of uniformitarianism is used to interpret geologic history 
• Describe the processes associated with the making of each of the three rock types 
• Describe the physical structure of Earth and the physical properties of the different layers
• Demonstrate an appreciation for the magnitude of geologic time and the Geologic Time Scale 
• Describe what is meant by science denial