Earth Science II Geology SOL Study Guide
Practice for the Earth Science II Geology Virginia SOL test across all 7 standards and 7 strands. SOL Prep turns every standard into a diagnostic, guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions — so you drill what you’re actually weak on instead of re-reviewing what you know.
Earth Science II Geology SOL practice tests
Two ways to practice Earth Science II Geology: work through official released items from the Virginia Department of Education, or drill standard by standard with SOL Prep.
What Earth Science II Geology covers
Scientific and Engineering Practices
- GEO.1 — Demonstrate understanding of scientific and engineering practices through investigation, data analysis, modeling, and communication.
Minerals
- GEO.2 — Investigate mineral formation, structure, properties, identification, distribution, and uses.
Rocks
- GEO.3 — Investigate rock formation, transformation, properties, identification, and uses.
Geological and Biological Events in Earth's History
- GEO.4 — Investigate major geological and biological events evident in rocks and fossils.
Volcanic Activity and Seismic Data
- GEO.5 — Investigate volcanic activity and seismic data to understand Earth's internal structure and geologic processes.
Plate Tectonics
- GEO.6 — Investigate the theory of plate tectonics to explain past and current movements of Earth's surface.
Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition
- GEO.7 — Investigate how weathering, erosion, and deposition processes shape Earth's surface landforms.
Frequently asked questions
What is on the Earth Science II Geology SOL test?
The Earth Science II Geology Virginia SOL test is organized into 7 reporting strands: Scientific and Engineering Practices, Minerals, Rocks, Geological and Biological Events in Earth's History, Volcanic Activity and Seismic Data, Plate Tectonics, Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition. It assesses the 7 Standards of Learning listed on this page.
How many standards does Earth Science II Geology cover?
Earth Science II Geology covers 7 individual Virginia SOL standards across its 7 strands.
Where can I find Earth Science II Geology SOL practice tests?
The Virginia Department of Education publishes official released tests and practice items at doe.virginia.gov — see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide for direct links. SOL Prep adds standard-by-standard practice for each of the 7 Earth Science II Geology standards below.
How should I study for the Earth Science II Geology SOL?
Start with a diagnostic to find which of the 7 Earth Science II Geology standards you're weakest on, then focus practice there instead of re-reviewing what you already know. Work each standard's skills, then take a mixed practice check.