B.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBER 2017
First Semester
Geology
DYNAMIC GEOLOGY
(CBCS 2014 onwards)
Time 3 Hours Maximum 75 Marks
Part A (10 x 2 20)
Answer all questions.
1. Define the size, shape and density of the Earth.
2. Define superior planets. Name them.
3. Mention the different methods of dating.
4. List the types of volcanic eruptions.
5. What are secondary waves?
6. Define epicenter.
7. Define convection current.
8. Define Isostacy.
9. What is Triple junction?
10. What is plate boundary?
Sub. Code
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Part B x 5 25)
Answer all questions, choosing either or
11. Write short note on origin of Earth.
Or
Describe relief features with their order of
classification.
12. How age of the Earth is detected by dating?
Or
Give short account on the structure of volcano.
13. Write short account on earthquake magnitudes.
Or
Describe effects and causes of Earth quake.
14. Give short account on origin of tectonic mountains.
Or
Write short note on classification of mountains.
15. Describe Isostacy theories.
Or
Describe the plate movement and plate boundaries.
Part C x 10 30)
Answer any three questions.
16. Write an essay about different hypothesis related to
Origin of Earth.
17. Explain volcanoes stating its types, causes and effects.
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18. Give a detail account on the Interior of the Earth.
19. Explain origin of Tectonic Mountains and its
classification.
20. Write in detail about theories of continental drift,
concepts and evidences.
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