Rocks and Minerals

What type of rock was formed by melted rock cooling and hardening?

• igneous

• metamorphic

• sedimentary

• minerals

Which type of rock was formed by heat and pressure inside of the Earth?

• Sedimentary

• Metamorphic

• Igneous

Which type of rock was formed by layers and layers of tiny bits of sediment, rocks and living things compacting and cementing?

• Metamorphic

• Igneous

• Sedimentary

One property of minerals is the color of the powder, is called the _____________.

• Odor

• Luster

• Hardness

• Streak

Another property of minerals is the shininess or dullness of the minerals, is called the ____________.

• Hardness

• Luster

• Streak

• Odor

Which is an example of an igneous rock?

• granite

• sandstone

• marble

Which is an example of an metamorphic rock?

• granite

• sandstone

• marble

Which is an example of an sedimentary rock?

• granite

• sandstone

• marble

What is the difference between a rock and a mineral?

• Minerals are prettier.

• Rocks are made of minerals.

• Minerals have more usage.

• Rocks are found underground.

Which of the following is NOT a property used to identify minerals?

• Hardness

• Luster

• Size

• Color