GeoLogic Mapping

Geologic Mapping will be a trial event for Division C at the 2013 National Tournament. Some states have run this event at their competitions, most notably New York.

Event Overview
Geologic Mapping requires that students be proficient in both reading and constructing topographic maps, geologic maps, as well as geologic cross sections (usually depicted as layers). Students should also be able to infer things such as landslide risk, flood risk, whether this region would experience earthquakes, etc. It can be compared to Road Scholar in Division B, but it is much more advanced.

The Event
Geologic Mapping has 3 types of questions: theory, calculation, and construction. Theory questions can include questions such as "What type of volcano makes up most of the Pacific Ring of Fire?". Calculation problems usually involve calculating attributes of a map, such as strike and dip of certain geologic formations. Construction problems require students to draw their own cross sections / use a topographic map to create a profile / use a stereonet, etc. Students take a test on the topics mentioned above, and are given 50 minutes to complete it. Tests may also include construction using stereonets.

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