Short Answer Questions:
Taube Regional Staff Group
Field Trip Assignment
Identification of rock types:
 What are the 3 types of rocks and how are they classified?
o Igneous- crystalline solids, cooling of magma
o Metamorphic- formation of rock by heat
o Sedimentary- formation of rocks by layers of pressure
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Where rock classification does limestone fall under?
o Sedimentary
Identification of Organisms:
 Identify the 6 organisms found in Tyndall rock. Did you see all 6 types, if so
draw/explain their appearance?
o Gastropod
o Brachiopod
o Cephalopod
o Trilobite
o Coral
o Stromatoporoid
Long Answer question:
 Using your previous knowledge on Saskatchewan’s surface geology, knowing
Saskatchewan was once submerged beneath a seabed, explain how Tyndall
stone is formed including rock types and organisms involved.
o Tyndall Stone was formed from Sedimentary rock due to pressure
exerted upon the burrowing of marine creatures when the limestone
(Sedimentary rock) was deposited, thus forming the fossil types listed
above.
Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1
Classify the type of rock that Tyndall stone is formed from using previous
knowledge of Saskatchewan’s surface geology (Igneous, Metamorphic, and
Sedimentary).
Outcome 2
Identify each of the 5 types of fossils found within the Tyndall stone during the field
trip using previous knowledge from the provided worksheet with the 5 fossil types
and characteristics of each.
Curriculum
1) Outcome: EC7.3 (Grade 7)
Investigate the characteristics and formation of the surface geology of
Saskatchewan, including soil, and identify correlations between surface geology and
past, present, and possible future land uses. [DM, SI]
Indicators:
a) Model the processes of formation of the three major types of rocks:
sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic.
b) Explain how geologists use the fossil record to provide evidence of geological
history.
c) Develop and use a classification key for rocks based on physical
characteristics and method of formation.
d) Collect, with permission, and examine samples of local soils to determine
their physical properties (e.g., colour, odour, texture, presence of organic
matter, pore size, and air and water holding capacity).
This outcome relates to our field trip because although these fossils are not
specifically from Saskatchewan the changes in the land were similar.
Skills and Processes
1) Communication and Teamwork: In science and technology, as in other areas,
communication skills are essential whenever ideas are being developed, tested,
interpreted, debated, and accepted or rejected. Teamwork skills are also
important because the development and application of ideas rely on
collaborative processes both in science-related occupations and in learning.
-The assignment that we would make for our students would involve pre-made
groups that have to work together to complete the assignment.
2) Performing and Recording: These are the skills and processes of carrying out
a plan of action, which involves gathering evidence by observation and, in most
cases, manipulating materials and equipment. Gathered evidence can be
documented and recorded in a variety of formats.
-The pre-made group would have specific roles to play. Ex: taking pictures,
recording observations and presenting material.
3) Initiating and Planning: These are the processes of questioning, identifying
problems, and developing preliminary ideas and plans.
-Groups would have to decide among themselves what tasks they want to be in
charge of.