Different types of rocks

Scientists that study rocks are called ___________

• Biologists

• Geologists

• Sports physiologist

• None of these

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What are rocks made of?

• Minerals

• Sand

• Stones

• Humus

What are the types of rocks?

• Igneous rocks

• Metamorphic rocks

• Crystals

• Sedimetary rocks

Which type of rock contains Fossils?

• Igneous rock

• Sedimentary rock

• Metamorphic rock

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What is an example of sedimentary rock?

• Obsidian

• Basalt

• Sandstone

• Marble

Molten rock from below the Earth's crust is called ________

• Magma

• Lava

• Erosion

• Volcano

________ is a metamorphic rock formed from Sandstone.

• Marble

• Quartzite

• Limestone

Rocks get worn away slowly. Rain, Frost, wind, etc, can all wear away rocks. This is called ______________.

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How many types of weathering are there?

• 2

• 4

• 3

Living organisms can break rocks. This is called:

• Biotic weathering

• Weathering

• Chemical weathering

• Physical weathering