Module 3: Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking Assignment (40 Points)

Required

Chapter 5 Weathering, Erosion, and Sedimentary Rocks (Sections 5.1 & 5.2 only) in An introduction to geology. Salt Lake Community College. Open Educational Resource
Chapter 10 Mass Wasting in An introduction to geology. Salt Lake Community College. Open Educational Resource
Chapter 13 Deserts in An introduction to geology. Salt Lake Community College. Open Educational Resource
Chapter 14 Glaciers in An introduction to geology. Salt Lake Community College. Open Educational Resource

Recommended

Iverson, R. M., George, D. L., Allstadt, K., Reid, M. E., Collins, B. D., Vallance, J. W., …, & Baum, R. L. (2015). Landslide mobility and hazards: Implications of the 2014 Oso disaster. Earth and Planetary Science Letters, 412, 197-208.
National Park Service. (2019, September 11). Mass wasting. Retrieved from https://www.nps.gov/subjects/erosion/mass-wasting.htm
Omosanya, K. O., Harishidayat, D., Marheni L., Johansen, S. E., Felix, M., & Abrahamson, P. (2017). Recurrent mass-wasting in the Sorvestsnaget Basin Southwestern Barents Sea: A test of multiple hypotheses. Marine Geology, 376(2016), 175-193. doi:gor/10.1016/j.margeo.2016.03.003

Important! Read First

Choose one of the following two assignments to complete this week. Do not do both assignments. Identify your assignment choice in the title of your submission.

Option #1: Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition (Oh, My!)

For this essay, consider how the forces of weathering, erosion, and deposition shape landscapes around the world. Be sure to explain clearly and in your own words the differences between these three processes. Include abundant examples of each process, considering its impacts on specific landscapes in particular places on Earth. Include at least three photographs (one for each of the three) to illustrate your discussion. Be sure to use APA format to document their sources.

Your paper should meet the following requirements:

2-3 pages in length (not counting title page, reference page, and visuals)
3-4 credible outside sources
Formatted according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA Requirements (Links to an external site.)

It is strongly recommended that you submit all assignments to the TurnItIn Originality Check prior to submitting the assignment to your instructor for grading. If you are uncertain how to submit an assignment to TurnItIn, please review the TurnItIn Originality Check student guide for step-by-step instructions.

Option #2: Freeze or Burn: The Shaping of Glaciated Landscapes and Deserts

For this paper, select either glaciated environments or deserts. Consider, in depth and with abundant examples, exactly how that kind of landscape has been modified over time by the forces of erosion, deposition, and weathering. Provide specific examples from different places on Earth. Include a minimum of three different photos in your essay; use APA format to document their sources.

Your paper should meet the following requirements:

2-3 pages in length (not counting title page, reference page, and visuals)
3-4 credible outside sources
Formatted according to the CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA Requirements (Links to an external site.)