Mock Exam
ANSWER TWO OF THE FOLLOWING THREE QUESTIONS
Question 2:
Describe the role of normal faults in rifting margins and discuss the key characteristics of a landscape dominated by normal faults.
Question 3.
Describe the types of mineral resources that occur in oceanic crust and explain how they form
Question 4.
Describe the metamorphic rocks and minerals that form in a regional tectonic setting from basaltic and pelitic protoliths.
SECTION B – (40% of the exam)
You must answer EITHER Question 5 OR Question 6.
Question 5.
Describe the hazards related to earthquakes and discuss the use of seismic hazard maps
Question 6.
Describe why it is important to know whether a Foraminifera used for environmental reconstructions is benthic or pelagic dwelling? You may use a diagram to explain your answer.