rocks and minerals

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What is the process for forming sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed through processes such as deposition, erosion, and cementation, but NOT cooling.

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What property of minerals can be tested by scratching?

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Hardness is the property of minerals that can be tested by scratching the surface with materials like a fingernail or a coin.

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What is luster in minerals?

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Luster refers to how a mineral reflects light.

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What is fracture in minerals?

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Fracture is an uneven break in a mineral.

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What type of rock are fossils found in?

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Fossils are typically found in sedimentary rock.

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What is the definition of a mineral?

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A mineral is a naturally occurring, inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and a crystalline structure.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and compaction of sediment.

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What is the definition of erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water.

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What is the definition of deposition?

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Deposition is the process by which sediments settle out of a transporting medium, such as water or air.

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What is the definition of cleavage in minerals?

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Cleavage is the tendency of a mineral to break along flat, even surfaces.