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Geochemistry (GLGY 323-UCAL) Midterm I

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Question 1

What are lithophile elements? (ID-GCM1-24)

A	Elements that preferentially partition into gas phase.
B	Elements that preferentially partition into sulfur bearing phase.
C	Elements that preferentially partition into metallic phase.
D	Elements that preferentially partition into silicate phase.

Question 2

In this particular type of mass spectrometry, the sample solution is sprayed into a high temperature plasma produced by electromagnetic induction. (ID-GCM1-15)

A	SIMS
B	JMS
C	TIMS
D	ICP-MS
E	XRF-MS

Question 3

What analytical method is best described by the following descriptors? (ID-GCM1-19)
-Solid samples must be prepared by making them into a finely grounded rock powder pressed into pellets.
-Low detection limits (can measure trace elements)
-Rapid and precise analytical technique.
-Elements lighter than Na cannot be analyzed.

A	Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry (ICP-AES)
B	Electron Microprobe Analysis (EPMA)
C	Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA)
D	X-ray Florescence (XRF)
E	Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry (AAS)

Question 4

Elements with ____________ are e-donors. (ID-GCM1-28)

A	large atomic numbers
B	high electronegativity
C	covalent bonds
D	low electronegativity
E	small atomic numbers

Question 5

Which of the following statement best describe: IAP<Ksp --> <1 --> SI is negative (ID-GCM1-22)

A	Mineral precipitates
B	Mineral dissolves
C	Solution is supersaturated
D	Chemical state is at equilibrium
E	Not enough information is provided to answer this question.

Question 6

Which of the following is considered as an advantage of using Thermal Ionization Mass Spectrometry (TIMS)? (ID-GCM1-14)

A	Very high spatial resolution.
B	Can used to ionize almost any element in nature.
C	Ability to ionize and evaporate samples at different temperatures at the same time.
D	No sample preparation is required for analysis.
E	Ability to obtain comprehensive analytical data within a very short time period.

Question 7

The infamous mass deficiency of atoms is attributed to which of the following? (ID-GCM1-08)

A	Differences in spin ratios of sub-atomic particles.
B	Atomic decay.
C	Energy loss.
D	Depletion of matter.

Question 8

How do we know the core of the Earth is composed of primarily Fe? (ID-GCM1-07)

A	Unique seismic signature associated with high density materials.
B	By analyzing the magma composition from different volcanoes.
C	By analyzing the sample taken from the core.
D	From the samples from kimberlite pipes.
E	Based on the chemical composition of rocks on the surface.

Question 8 Explanation:

During major earthquakes, the seismic signals can be measured at different parts of the world. By analyzing seismic signals, from these earthquakes signals that traveled across the core of the Earth, we can conclude the core is most likely rich in Fe.

Question 9

According to the Aufbau Principle, maximum number of electrons that can occupy an orbital is ______ and the electrons enter the orbitals ______. Answer is in respective order. (ID-GCM1-09)

A	three , at an angle
B	two , with lowest energy
C	six , at an angle
D	one , with lowest energy
E	one , at an angle

Question 10

What the primary purpose of the large magnetic field used in modern mass spectrometers? (ID-GCM1-13)

A	Source for the ionic mass.
B	Acceleration of the ions through the analyzing chamber.
C	Separation of isotopes based on the mass.
D	Detection of different types of isotopes.

Question 11

Decompression melting is associated with which of the following? (ID-GCM1-06)

A	Liquefaction.
B	Subduction zones.
C	Oceanic crust formation.
D	Convergent boundaries.
E	Strike-slip earthquakes.

Question 12

What are chalcophile elements? (ID-GCM1-25)

A	Elements that preferentially partition into silicate phase.
B	Elements that preferentially partition into sulfur bearing phase.
C	Elements that preferentially partition into metallic phase.
D	Elements that preferentially partition into gas phase.

Question 13

A higher equilibrium constant, k indicates ________. (ID-GCM1-23)

A	the net reaction will result in grain of energy; change in enthalpy.
B	the equilibrium for the chemical reaction lies with the reactants
C	the net reaction will result in release of energy; change in enthalpy.
D	the equilibrium for the chemical reaction lies with the products

Question 14

What are siderophile elements? (ID-GCM1-26)

A	Elements that preferentially partition into gas phase.
B	Elements that preferentially partition into metallic phase.
C	Elements that preferentially partition into silicate phase.
D	Elements that preferentially partition into sulfur bearing phase.

Question 15

What is the primary process/force that resulted in the formation of Earth's solid core? (ID-GCM1-05)

A	Change in temperature in the magma chamber.
B	Centrifugal force caused by the rotation of the Earth.
C	Magnetic force.
D	Density variation between the silicon core and the magma ocean above.
E	Separation of metals from silicates.

Question 16

What is the composition of the Earth's crust? (ID-GCM1-04)

A	Ultramafic
B	Rich in high density rocks and minerals
C	Silicon poor
D	Mafic to felsic
E	Mafic to ultramafic

Question 17

Which of the following describes the size (volume) of the orbital? (ID-GCM1-10)

A	Magnetic Quantum Number
B	Azimuthal Quantum Number
C	Principle Quantum Number
D	Spin Quantum Number

Question 18

The enthalpy of exothermic reactions will have which of the following characteristics? (ID-GCM1-18)

A	High amount of internal energy in the products.
B	A positive change enthapy
C	Increased of net internal energy.
D	A negative change enthapy.

Question 19

A state of a system is defined by the ____ and the change in state in result in ____. (ID-GCM1-17)

A	amount of heat it contains , decreasing internal energy
B	stability of atoms , increasing in internal energy
C	amount of energy , change in internal energy
D	external factors , change in internal energy
E	None of the answers are correct.

Question 20

Which of the following statement is true about the Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry (AAS)? (ID-GCM1-20)

A	ASS is a non-destructive analytical method.
B	Samples must be vacuum chamber compatible.
C	Sample must be in solution.
D	Similar to XRF, except the sample is excited by a beam of electrons.
E	Several elements can be analyzed at a time.

Question 21

Which of the following statement is true on coordination number (CN)? (ID-GCM1-27)

A	CN is a measure of number of electrons surrounding a nucleus.
B	Ionic radii decreases with increasing CN.
C	Larger cations have a higher CN.
D	Electrostatic valency is directly proportional to CN.

Question 22

Lherzolite has the following mineral composition. (ID-GCM1-03)

A	Orthopyroxene, Clinopyroxene and Olivine
B	Orthopyroxene and Olivine
C	Orthopyroxene, Clinopyroxene and Quartz
D	Clinopyroxene and Quartz
E	Orthopyroxene, Olivine and Quartz

Question 23

What is the difference between isotopes and isobars? (ID-GCM1-01)

A	An isobar is a particular nuclide of an element that has a specific number of neutrons, and thus, a specific mass. An isotope refers to all of the nuclides of all elements that have a particular atomic mass.
B	Isobars are atoms of the same element in different state or configuration while isotopes are completely different elements that share several common atomic properties.
C	Isotopes have the same atomic mass but different atomic number, while isobars have the same atomic number but different atomic mass.
D	Isotopes have the same atomic number but different atomic mass, while isobars have the same atomic mass, but different atomic number.
E	Isotopes are unstable states of chemical elements while isobars are regions where these unstable elements are found.

Question 24

XRF, INAA and ICP-AES can be used for analyzing... (ID-GCM1-16)

A	trace elements.
B	Elements lighter than Na.
C	major and minor elements.
D	isotopes.

Question 25

Diamonds are associated with which of the following geological environment? (ID-GCM1-21)

A	Mantel
B	Ore deposits
C	Archean cratons
D	Subduction zones
E	Hydrothermal mineral deposits

Question 26

Ionic substitution becomes more probable under which of the following conditions? (ID-GCM1-11)

A	Low temperature and high pressure
B	None of the answers are correct
C	High temperature and high pressure
D	High temperature and low pressure
E	Low temperature and low pressure

Question 27

What is geochronology? (ID-GCM1-02)

A	Construction of the history of rocks exclusively based on Pb-207/U-235 dating technique.
B	Dating of rocks, fossils and sediments based on radiometric dating, paleomagnetic references and other techniques.
C	None of the listed answers are correct.
D	Dating of rocks, fossils and sediments based on chronological sequence of sedimentation and lithification.
E	Construction of the history of rocks, fossils and sediments based on relative depositional sequences.

Question 28

Referring to ionic radii, higher the ______ and smaller the ______. Answer is in respective order. (ID-GCM1-12)

A	radius , cation
B	atomic number , size of the atom
C	charge , cation
D	charge , atomic number
E	atomic number , charge

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