Problem 1
Describe the two major categories of geologic resources.
Problem 2
Describe the differences between nonrenewable and renewable resources. List one example of each.
Problem 3
What is ore? What are mineral reserves? Describe three factors that can change estimates of mineral reserves.
Problem 5
Explain crystal settling.
Problem 6
Discuss the formation of hydrothermal ore deposits.
Problem 7
Discuss the formation of marine evaporites.
Problem 8
Explain how coal forms. Why does it form in some environments but not in others?
Problem 9
Explain the importance of source rock, reservoir rock, and oil traps in the formation of petroleum reserves.
Problem 10
Discuss two sources of petroleum that will be available after conventional wells go dry.
Problem 11
List the relative advantages and disadvantages of using coal, petroleum, and natural gas as fuels.
