Selected MCQ

Current Question
In the rock cycle, basalt can transform into amphibolite primarily by:
  • A. Weathering only
  • B. Metamorphism
  • C. Sublimation
  • D. Bioturbation
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Increased pressure and temperature alter basalt mineralogy into metamorphic assemblages.
Related Question 1
Which process drives rock cycle?
  • A. Solar radiation
  • B. Internal heat
  • C. Gravity only
  • D. Wind only
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Earth’s internal heat drives geological processes.
Related Question 2
Which cycle involves runoff?
  • A. Nitrogen
  • B. Carbon
  • C. Water
  • D. Rock
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Runoff is water cycle component.
Related Question 3
Which boundary recycles crust?
  • A. Divergent
  • B. Transform
  • C. Convergent
  • D. Rift
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Subduction recycles crust.
Related Question 4
Which rock shows banding?
  • A. Granite
  • B. Basalt
  • C. Gneiss
  • D. Limestone
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Gneiss has distinct layers.
Related Question 5
Which cycle includes transpiration?
  • A. Nitrogen
  • B. Carbon
  • C. Water
  • D. Rock
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Transpiration is water cycle.