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Diploma in Geography: Physical Geology
6-10hrs
beginner levelIn this course, you will explore the diverse roles of geologists, examine the complex structure of atoms, and gain insight into the fascinating rock cycle. You will investigate the dynamic interactions of plate tectonics and the key processes of mechanical weathering, developing the ability to estimate a rock's age. Additionally, you will analyze the link between earthquakes and plate movements, and discover how natural stream levees are formed.
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Diploma in Geography: Physical Geology
Discover the physical aspects of geology, earthquakes, glaciers, oceans and much more in this free online course.
In this course, you will explore the diverse roles of geologists, examine the complex structure of atoms, and gain insight into the fascinating rock cycle. You will investigate the dynamic interactions of plate tectonics and the key processes of mechanical weathering, developing the ability to estimate a rock's age. Additionally, you will analyze the link between earthquakes and plate movements, and discover how natural stream levees are formed.
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Module 19 Lessons
Introduction to Geology
In this module, we will learn about geology and other sciences, focusing on how to categorize minerals into different groups. Additionally, we will explore the process of the rock cycle and examine the various types of volcanoes. We will also discuss the range of magma compositions, and the characteristics of decomposition environments.
1.Learning Outcomes
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2.What is Geology?
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3.Bonding and Lattices
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4.Intrusive Igneous Rocks
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5.Plate Tectonics and Volcanism
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6.Monitoring Volcanoes and Predicting Eruptions
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7.The Soils of Canada
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8.Sedimentary Structures and Fossils
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9.Lesson Summary
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Module 210 Lessons
Geological Structure and Earthquakes
Module 39 Lessons
Glaciers, Oceans and Fossils
Module 41 Lessons
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