3NW Benchmark Review

Which processes are involved in the formation of metamorphic rock?

• erosion & deposition
• compaction & cementation
• cooling & crystalization
• heat & pressure

Which of the following is not a property of a mineral?

• naturally occuring
• organic
• solid
• crystal structure

Which large group of rocks is further subdivided into either foliated or unfoliated?

• sedimentary
• metamorphic
• igenous
• minerals

Mineral crystals that cool slowly will --

• grow large
• remain small
• evaporate

Formed from the cooling of magma, these rocks have visible crystals...

• clastic sedimentary
• foliated metamorphic
• igneous intrusive
• igneous extrusive

The mineral in the picture has --

• fracture
• cleavage
• metallic luster
• magnetism

According to the Moh's Hardness Scale, _____ will scratch feldspar.

• gypsum
• fluorite
• topaz
• calcite

According to the diagram, which processes lead to the formation of sediments?

• compaction & cementation
• heat & pressure
• cooling & crystalization
• weathering & erosion

Which of the following are properties of a mineral? Choose all that apply.

• inorganic

• naturally occurring

• crystal structure

• organic

• solid

What are the two classifications of metamorphic rock? Choose TWO!

• intrusive

• foliated

• clastic

• nonfoliated

• extrusive