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Nare 201: Introduction To Geology Question Paper

Nare 201: Introduction To Geology

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Natural Resources Mangement

Institution: Egerton University question papers

Exam Year:2013

SECTION A: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS

1. Explain the fundamental principles and the scope of the subject Geology. (6 Marks)
2. Illustrate the origin of the earth based on the Tidal Hypothesis. (7 Marks)
3. Name and briefly explain the main spheres of the earth. (8 Marks)
4. Distinguish between each of the following terms: (8 Marks)
a. Magma and lava
b. Continental crust and oceanic crust
c. Primary and secondary minerals
d. Felsic rocks and mafic rocks
5. State five significance of fossils found in sedimentary rocks. (3 Marks)
6. Explain the criteria for the classification of sedimentary rocks. (6 Marks)
7. Identify each one of the following rocks:
a. A rock made up of various rock fragments within a matrix. (1 Mark)
b. A course grained rock with an equal composition of quartz, feldspar and ferromagnesian minerals. (1 Mark)

SECTION B:

8.(a) Discuss in detail the seismometric method of investigating the structure of the earth's interior. (10 Marks)
(b) Describe the driving forces behind continental drift. (10 Marks)
9.(a) Define hydrothermal alteration. Explain the formation of fluorite deposits in Kimwarer in the Rift Valley. (10 Marks)
(b) Explain the influence of chemically active intergrannular fluids on metamorphic processes. (10 Marks)

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