ConcepTest: Rock Cycle Temperature Profile #1
This material was originally created for
Starting Point:Introductory Geology and is replicated here as part of the SERC Pedagogic Service.
Question:
The graph below illustrates how the temperature changed with time for part of the rock cycle. Which of the following is best represented by the graph?
a. sediment is lithified to form sedimentary rock
b. sedimentary rocks are metamorphosed to form metamorphic rocks
c. metamorphic rocks are uplifted to Earth's surface
d. magma cools to form plutonic igneous rock
e. sedimentary rock is converted to magma
Student Responses:
No data yet. The correct response is C.
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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.