Rocks and Minerals for Grade 5

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic

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Name two examples of Igneous rocks.

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Granite, Pumice, Obsidian

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What are Sedimentary rocks?

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Rocks formed by the accumulation of sediments.

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Name three examples of Sedimentary rocks.

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Sandstone, Shale, Conglomerate, Limestone

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What is a Metamorphic rock?

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Rocks that have been changed by heat and pressure.

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Name two examples of Metamorphic rocks.

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Slate, Marble, Gneiss, Quartzite

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What are Metallic minerals?

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Minerals that contain metal and can conduct electricity.

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What are Non-metallic minerals?

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Minerals that do not contain metal and are insulators.

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Give examples of Non-metallic minerals.

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Precious stones, Fossils, Fossil fuel (Coal and Petroleum).

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Name two characteristics of Igneous rocks.

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Formed from cooled magma or lava, Can be intrusive or extrusive.