Geology Quiz

Geology Quiz

Difficulty : Medium Get 6/10 correct to pass the quiz

Question 1 of 10

The mineral 'cubic zirconium' can be cut and polished to look like which precious stone?

Question 2 of 10

Which name is given to a form of rich soil?

Question 3 of 10

When studying rocks and soils, which of these could you use to separate small particles from bigger ones?

Question 4 of 10

In maritime navigation, what name is given to an area of rocks just below the surface of the sea?

Question 5 of 10

Growing plants without soil is called what?

Question 6 of 10

Rocks are broken down by the elements by what gradual process?

Question 7 of 10

Which country in the North Atlantic ocean is built entirely of volcanic rocks?

Question 8 of 10

Soil below the surface of a tundra that remains frozen permanently is called what?

Question 9 of 10

What abrasive rock is produced by gases frothing in volcanic lava?

Question 10 of 10

What do biostratigraphers do?