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Minerals and Rocks Review

Minerals and Rocks Review

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Science

6th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Mohs hardness scale?

Back

A scale that ranks ten common minerals based on their hardness, from softest (1) to hardest (10).

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the hardness of a diamond on the Mohs hardness scale?

Back

10, as it can scratch all other minerals.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of rock is granite?

Back

Igneous rock, formed from cooled and hardened magma.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is foliation in rocks?

Back

The alignment of mineral grains in a rock due to intense heat and pressure, characteristic of metamorphic rocks.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How is sedimentary rock formed?

Back

By the compaction and cementation of rock fragments, minerals, and organic remains.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does scratching a mineral on a porcelain tile test for?

Back

Streak, which is the color of the powder left behind.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three main types of rocks?

Back

Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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