ConcepTest: Rock Cycle Temperature Profile #5
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. magma forms a plutonic igneous rock that is then uplifted to Earth's surface
b. sediment is lithified to form sedimentary rock and then metamorphosed
c. magma cools to form a volcanic igneous rock that is melted to form new magma
d. plutonic igneous rocks are uplifted and then weathered to form sediments
e. sediment is lithified to sedimentary rock that is then weathered to form new sediment
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.