Physical Geology 14th Edition by Plummer - Test Bank

Chapter 01

Introducing Geology, the Essentials of Plate Tectonics, and Other Important Concepts

True / False Questions
 

1.  We depend on geologists for the raw materials we need for survival.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
 

2.  Most deaths associated with volcanic eruptions are due to burns of lava flows.  
FALSE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
 

3.  A tsunami has a small wave height, travels rapidly, and is not noticed by people in boats.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Topic: Earthquakes
Topic: Shorelines
 

4.  While the reserves of petroleum hydrocarbons within the United States are limited, other geologic resources (iron, aluminum, copper, and tin) are available in great abundance.  
FALSE

Topic: Mineral Resources
 

5.  Geology uses the scientific method to explain natural aspects of the Earth.  
TRUE

Bloom's Level: 1. Remember
Topic: Nature of Geology