ConcepTest: Natural Response to City Growth
This material was originally created for
Starting Point:Introductory Geology and is replicated here as part of the SERC Pedagogic Service.
Question:
A rapidly growing city within a humid climate zone experiences a land use change from predominantly crop land to mostly urban/suburban. A likely natural response would be:
a. Increased infiltration—reduced flooding
b. Reduced infiltration—increased flooding
c. Increased infiltration—increased flooding
d. Reduced infiltration—reduced flooding
a. Increased infiltration—reduced flooding
b. Reduced infiltration—increased flooding
c. Increased infiltration—increased flooding
d. Reduced infiltration—reduced flooding
Student Responses:
No data yet. The correct response is b.
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References and Notes:
The use of ConcepTests and Peer Instruction is discussed in detail on the ConcepTest page.
McConnell, D.A., Steer, D.N. and Owens, K.A., 2003, Assessment and Active Learning Strategies for Introductory Geology Courses, Journal of Geoscience Education, 51(2), 205-216.
McConnell, D.A., Steer et al., 2006, Using Conceptests to Assess and Improve Student Conceptual Understanding in Introductory Courses, Journal of Geoscience Education, (54(1), 61-68.