Geology Quizzes & Trivia

If you are a geology nut, get a kick out of our online Geology quizzes. From the Precambrian to the Paleozoic, we’ve got everything covered.

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Quiz: Can You Answer These Fundamental Geology Questions?

Can you answer these fundamental geology questions? For this quiz, you will need to know the epicenter's focus, where do most earthquakes occur, and the significant characteristics of P and S waves. What is a seismic gap,...

Questions: 12 | Attempts: 2228 | Last updated: May 28, 2021

Sample Question
What is the focus of an earthquake?

Based on amplitudes of the largest seismic waves.

The point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus.

The place within the Earth where energy is released.

Transmitted throughsolids and liquids.

Geology Trivia Quiz On Earth's Interior And Pangaea!

. Do you think you have what it takes to tackle this geology trivia quiz on Earth's interior and Pangaea? The Earth is divided into the hot inner core, the molten outer core, the mantle, and the thin crust. It is believed...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 18013 | Last updated: Aug 31, 2020

Sample Question
What is the center of most layers of the Earth?

Outer core

Inner core

Mantle

Troposphere

Aapg Quiz: Sequence Stratigraphy, Part 1 (Of 5)

Sequence stratigraphy is important to all subsurface geologists, and a thorough understanding of the principles can help you with a wide variety of plays, ranging from deep marine clastics, to fine-grained clastics (shale plays)....

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 4157 | Last updated: Nov 23, 2020

Sample Question
Stratigraphy is the science of

Time and movement.

The past is key to the present.

The present is key to the past.

Layered character of rocks.

This Is Probably The Hardest Geology Test!

This is probably the hardest geology test! The earth is an exciting place in our solar system, and through geology, we understand some of the rocks, minerals, volcanoes, and even shifts with the earth’s rocks. Do you think...

Questions: 53 | Attempts: 2025 | Last updated: Sep 24, 2020

Sample Question
In order to produce a commercially viable oil deposit, there must be a source rock, a reservoir rock, a seal rock, and a ____________.

Trap—a geologic configuration that forces oil to pool up and denies it passage to the surface

Heater rock—an intrusive igneous rock beneath the source rock to heat the oil and give it buoyancy

Large fracture connecting the reservoir rock to the surface of the Earth, so the oil can move freely toward the surface

Filter rock—a rock of intermediate permeability located between the source and reservoir rocks to remove impurities

Geology Exam: Match The Following! Trivia Quiz

What we have here is a geology exam: match the following! This quiz is perfect for anyone who wants to polish their understanding on some of the basics when it comes to geology. If you are looking for a challenge, be sure...

Questions: 103 | Attempts: 5699 | Last updated: Sep 4, 2020

Sample Question
The ___________ forms the relatively cool, brittle plates of plate tectonics.

Asthenosphere

Lithosphere

Astrosphere

Eosphere

Recent Quizzes

Quiz: Can You Pass The Geology Practice Exam?

Questions: 71 | Attempts: 220 | Last updated: Dec 20, 2019

Sample Question
The distribution of natural resources is influenced by the

All of the above

Types of rocks

Age of rocks

Ways that rocks are formed

What Do You Know About Geology?

Geology is an earth science concerned with the solid earth the rocks and the processes by which they change over time. Want to show off your knowledge in Geology? Take this test.

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 155 | Last updated: Nov 25, 2017

Sample Question
The structure of the earth beneath its surface, and the processes that have shaped that structure is described as?

Geology

Pysiology

Biology

None of the above

5 Question Rock Cycle Quiz

5 Question rock cycle quiz

There are three types of rocks namely igneous rock, sedimentary rock and metamorphic rocks. These three rocks have the ability to undergo a change that lets it transform to at least one of the other types. Below are 10 multiple...

Questions: 5 | Attempts: 155 | Last updated: Apr 30, 2019

Sample Question
What are the 3 types of rocks involved in the rock cycle?

Sandstone, shale, basalt

Dactylic, iambic, spondaic

Igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic

This Is Probably The Hardest Geology Test! #2

Here we are with another hardest geology test. Geology as a subject offers the learner the opportunity to learn more about the earth’s surface and the changes that it undergoes to appear as it is. Are you undertaking...

Questions: 35 | Attempts: 121 | Last updated: Jan 14, 2021

Sample Question
A very large, circular impact crater beyond the east coast of Mexico is believed to be approximately 65 million years old. This impact is inferred to be related to

Alien attack

Appearance of earliest trilobites

Advance and retreat of the last continental ice sheet

Formation of Pangaea

Extinction of the dinosaurs

Geology Ch. 8 Test

Basically Geology is the wide study of solid earth, the rocks and how they change over time. This quiz is for those Geology enthusiasts who want to test and advance their knowledge on the subject. All the best.

Questions: 43 | Attempts: 235 | Last updated: Apr 17, 2018

Sample Question
Which of the following forms at the highest grade of regional metamorphism?

Hornfels

Schist

Slate

Phyllite

This Quiz Will Put Your Geology Knowledge On A Tough Test

This quiz will put your geology knowledge on a tough test! There are different types of rocks in existence on the earth’s surface. Getting to understand rocks helps to mitigate and warn us about the occurrence of specific...

Questions: 38 | Attempts: 220 | Last updated: Jan 14, 2021

Sample Question
Which one of the following statements regarding rock deformation and strength is correct?

Rupture and plastic deformation occur when stresses exceed the elastic limit of a material.

Rocks undergo plastic deformation less readily as temperatures and pressures increase.

Elastic deformation is accomplished through internal flow of material.

When rocks are subjected to stress for long time periods, very small, plastic deformations accumulate to produce large, permanent, elastic deformations.

Geology Ch. 9 Test

Geology Ch. 9 test dives deeper into the analysis of the different properties and minerals in regard to rocks and earth particles. How well have you understood the chapter? Take up the quiz and find out.

Questions: 43 | Attempts: 157 | Last updated: Apr 17, 2018

Sample Question
An unconformity is a buried ________.

Fault or fracture with older rocks above and younger rocks below

Surface of erosion separating younger strata above from older strata below

Surface of erosion with older strata above and younger strata below

Fault or fracture with younger strata above and older strata below

The Perfect Practice Test For Geology Exams

When people tell you that this quiz is the hardest one, they have come across when it comes to Geology you may doubt it and aim to try it. Do you think that you have what it takes to tackle it? Why don’t you take it up and...

Questions: 59 | Attempts: 129 | Last updated: Jan 14, 2021

Sample Question
Lava flows are typically finer grained than intrusive igneous rocks. Why?

Intrusive magma is cooler because it is well insulated by the surrounding rock.

Intrusive magma flows onto the Earth's surface and cools very slowly, allowing many small mineral grains to grow.

The extrusive magma cools quickly so the mineral grains do not have time to grow.

The extrusive magma, because it is deep below the surface, cools very slowly producing very small mineral grains

Test Your Knowledge On Geology

Test your knowledge on Geology

The earth is a very interesting planet and this can be due to the fact that it is the only known planet that can support human life. This can be partly due to the constitution of the earth’s crust in general. Do you wish to...

Questions: 14 | Attempts: 324 | Last updated: Apr 18, 2019

Sample Question
What is the very sticky form of clay till called?

Gumbo

Glue

Soup

Chili

The Big Quiz On Geology

The end of the year is almost here and as always, there is a major exam that you must pass before you are accepted to move to the next level. Do you think you have what it takes to tackle the geology exam without breaking a sweat...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 137 | Last updated: Apr 18, 2019

Sample Question
How many miles long is the Grand Canyon?

277 Miles

1370 Miles

700 Miles

20 Miles

The Ultimate Geology Trivia

So far, we have had a lot of quizzes that are designed to ensure you do not forget the topics we have been covering in geology. Do you feel comfortable enough to sit and pass the exams or do you need more study materials? Look no...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 992 | Last updated: Jun 16, 2020

Sample Question
Which element makes up 50% of the earth's crust?

Aluminum

Oxygen

Silicon

Iron

The Ultimate Geology Quiz

Are you a geologist? Only true Geologists can make it out of this quiz. For the people who were living under a rock(pun intended) and don't know about geology, it is the study of Earth's surface and the crust and is...

Questions: 13 | Attempts: 419 | Last updated: Sep 6, 2018

Sample Question
Which is the number one bituminous coal state in the U.S.?

Illinois

West Virginia

Pennsylvania

Kentucky

Test Your Geology Basic Knowledge! Trivia Quiz

Are you looking for a way to test your geology basic knowledge? Some of the basic things that you need to know as a geologists are the characteristics of the layers of the earth, the minerals found within them and how some...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 246 | Last updated: Sep 4, 2020

Sample Question
Where is the type location for the Mississippian Period?

Germany

The United States

France

England

Take This Awesome Geology Quiz

Who said that science cannot be fun? There is much that we can learn about our existence by simply finding out what happened in the past and the changes that the earth has gone through and the stories it has to tell. Take this...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 142 | Last updated: Apr 18, 2019

Sample Question
What is unusual about pumice?

It Erodes To Form Sand

It Is Bright Red

It Contains Fossils

It Floats

Geological History Of Earth! Trivia Questions Quiz

Geological History of Earth! Trivia Questions Quiz

Questions: 19 | Attempts: 522 | Last updated: Nov 9, 2020

Sample Question
Which layer was formed first?

Q

P

K

M

Spontaneous Potential Theory

Spontaneous potential as discussed is the potential difference that occurs naturally in the earth. If you plan to drill into the earth’s crust you need to have adequate knowledge on this theory. Do you believe you...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 418 | Last updated: Apr 30, 2019

Sample Question
The primary objective of logging the Spontaneous Potential (SP) is to determine:

True resistivity of the uninvaded formation (Rt)

A qualitative indicator of formation permeability

Mud filtrate resistivity (Rmf)

Formation porosity

Reservoir Geology

When it comes to a reservoir, there are some rocks that can be found in it, some permeable, semipermeable and others not permeable. Do you think you have a good understanding on these types of rocks or are you in search of a...

Questions: 26 | Attempts: 937 | Last updated: Apr 30, 2019

Sample Question
Which of the following statements is true?

A rock can have porosity without having permeability

A rock's porosity is a measure of the ease with which fluid flows through a reservoir

A rock's permeability is the ratio of empty space to the total volume of rock

Quiz: Earth And Geology

Quiz: Earth and Geology

Questions: 100 | Attempts: 186 | Last updated: Jan 14, 2021

Sample Question
Which of the following features only forms underwater?

Aa

Pyroclasts

Pahoehoe

Pillow basalt

Volcanic breccia

Geology Unit Test 2

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 60 | Last updated: Mar 7, 2013

Sample Question
The thin layer of water that covers most of Earth’s surface is called the

Atmosphere

Biosphere

Lithosphere

Hydrosphere

Are You Ready To Take On This Geology Test?

The earth surface is made up of very many materials and minerals, and it has undergone a lot of changes throughout time. One of the things that geologists get to study is how different landforms are formed. Below is a review quiz...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 868 | Last updated: Jan 8, 2021

Sample Question
The thin layer of water that covers most of Earth’s surface is called the:

Atmosphere

Biosphere

Lithosphere

Hydrosphere

Are You Ready For The Ultimate Geology Quiz?

Are you ready for the ultimate geology quiz? Some people feel very confident when asked some questions about the earth’s structure, the rock, minerals, and all the changes they undergo throughout time. Do you think that you...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 166 | Last updated: Jan 14, 2021

Sample Question
The thin layer of water that covers most of Earth’s surface is called the:

Atmosphere

Biosphere

Lithosphere

Hydrosphere

This Is A Final Geology Quiz

This is a final geology quiz

The quiz below is perfect for someone who is undertaking geology. It is designed to help you see how much you understand about the topics we have covered before the final exam. It is the final quiz in the revision series. Why...

Questions: 132 | Attempts: 70 | Last updated: Aug 18, 2021

Sample Question
Which is NOT a natural material that stores significant amounts of carbon?

Sandstone

Coal

Limestones

Methane hydrates

Take This Quiz And Learn About Geology

take this quiz and learn about Geology

Have you ever looked at the earth and wonder what secrets it holds from the lakes, seas and the major environmental sites that most people can’t explain? One way to understand it all is by taking up geology as most of your...

Questions: 53 | Attempts: 311 | Last updated: Nov 16, 2021

Sample Question
Which of the following contribute to weathering?

Organisms such as worms, bacteria and trees

Oxygen and carbon dioxide in the air

Rain water

Organic acids

All of the above

The Perfect Practice Test For Geology Exams Part- II

Here we are with "The Perfect Practice Test For Geology Exams Part- II." Geology is a significant part of our daily lives. This course is the study of the Earth and everything that makes up the planet. The questions in...

Questions: 63 | Attempts: 72 | Last updated: Jan 14, 2021

Sample Question
What are the basic differences between the disciplines of physical and historical geology?

Physical geology is the study of fossils and sequences of rock strata; historical geology is the study of how rocks and minerals were used in the past.

Historical geology involves the study of rock strata, fossils, and geologic events, utilizing geologic time scale as a reference; physical geology includes the study of how rocks form and of how erosion shapes the land surface.

Physical geology involves the study of rock strata, fossils, and deposition in relation to plate movements in the geologic past; historical geology charts how and where the plates were moving in the past.

None of the above—physical geology and historical geology are essentially the same.

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