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The Geology of the Grand Canyon - Exam
Contributed by: Hatton
  • 1. What rock type primarily composes the Grand Canyon's walls?
A) Igneous
B) Metamorphic
C) Volcanic
D) Sedimentary
  • 2. Which geologic time period is the oldest exposed rock in the Grand Canyon from?
A) Precambrian
B) Cenozoic
C) Paleozoic
D) Mesozoic
  • 3. What is the name of the oldest rock formation in the Grand Canyon?
A) Bright Angel Shale
B) Redwall Limestone
C) Vishnu Schist
D) Kaibab Limestone
  • 4. Which layer is known for its distinctive limestone formations in the Grand Canyon?
A) Redwall Limestone
B) Bright Angel Shale
C) Hermit Shale
D) Devil's Corkscrew
  • 5. What major river runs through the Grand Canyon?
A) Rio Grande
B) Colorado River
C) Nile River
D) Missouri River
  • 6. Which national park encompasses the Grand Canyon?
A) Zion National Park
B) Yosemite National Park
C) Grand Canyon National Park
D) Yellowstone National Park
  • 7. What rock formation caps the Grand Canyon?
A) Supai Formation
B) Coconino Sandstone
C) Moenkopi Formation
D) Kaibab Limestone
  • 8. What type of climate does the Grand Canyon have?
A) Temperate climate
B) Polar climate
C) Tropical climate
D) Desert climate
  • 9. The Grand Canyon is located in which U.S. state?
A) Utah
B) Arizona
C) California
D) Nevada
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