A Geological Tour of the World

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1. The tour begins at the Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA. This deep gorge was carved out by the Colorado River over several thousand years. What geological process can be used to describe its formation? Erosion Deposition Volcanism Sedimentation

2. Our next stop is the Giant's Causeway at County Antrim, Northern Ireland. This World Heritage Site consists of a large number of interlocking basalt columns up to 12 meters high. How were they formed? Aeolian erosion Glacial deposition Volcanic eruption Fluvial erosion

3. From Ireland, we take a quick flight to our next destination – Norway. Some of the world's longest and deepest fjords are found here. Which process led to their formation? Glaciation Plate tectonics Volcanism Sub-aerial processes

4. After the pristine white beauty of Norway, let's take a look at the awesome sand dunes in Brazil. Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is located in the state of Maranhao. What kind of geological processes led to the formation of these sand dunes? Glacial None of these Fluvial Aeolian

5. Next is a visit to the Caribbean to marvel at the Devil's Bridge in Antigua. The Devil's Bridge is a natural arch. How was it formed? Coastal deposition Alluvial deposition Aeolian erosion Marine erosion

6. Let's now take a flight to Australia and visit some of the natural wonders Down Under. The Grotto is a famous tourist attraction in Victoria. This geological formation is a sinkhole. Are sinkholes formed due to the process of erosion? Yes No

7. While we drive down the coast of Victoria, Australia, we decide to stop and take a look at The Twelve Apostles. What rock are these stacks made up of? Gabbro Basalt Limestone Granite

8. Next on our itinerary is a visit to the Czech Republic to see the famed Karst topography. The Moravian Karst is a nature reserve located in the eastern part of the country. Which of the following are you NOT likely to see here or in any other Karst region? Doline Caldera Polje Karren

9. Before we return to the United States, a quick trip to Siberia to visit Lake Baikal. Lake Baikal is the deepest lake in the world and has been declared a World Heritage Site. It is located in a rift valley. Rift valleys are formed due to plate tectonics. True False

10. Our tour ends in the same place it started - Arizona, USA but not before we visit one last natural wonder. The Wave is a rock formation found on the slopes of the Coyote Buttes. What rock is it made up of? Limestone Sandstone Marble Basalt