Rock Lesson Quiz

What are the three main types of rocks?

• igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic

• marble, slate, and quartzite

• granite, basalt, and pumice

• sandstone, shale, and limestone

What is the rock cycle?

• The rock cycle is a popular rock band from the 1980s.

• The rock cycle is a type of exercise routine involving lifting rocks.

• The rock cycle is a continuous process that describes how rocks are formed, changed, and recycled over time.

• The rock cycle is a geological event where rocks spontaneously combust and turn into lava.

How are sedimentary rocks formed?

• Through the accumulation of organic matter over time.

• Through the process of metamorphism.

• Through weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, and cementation.

• Through volcanic activity and cooling.

What are the two main types of igneous rocks?

• Sedimentary and metamorphic rocks

• Igneous and sedimentary rocks

• Granite and basalt rocks

• Intrusive and extrusive rocks

What is the process of metamorphism?

• Metamorphism is the process of deposition of new rock types on top of pre-existing rock types.

• Metamorphism is the process of transformation of pre-existing rock types into new rock types due to changes in temperature, pressure, and chemical environment.

• Metamorphism is the process of erosion of rocks into new rock types.

• Metamorphism is the process of melting rocks into new rock types.

Which type of rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava?

• metamorphic rock

• sedimentary rock

• volcanic rock

• igneous rock

What are the characteristics of sedimentary rocks?

• Sedimentary rocks are formed from the metamorphism of existing rocks.

• Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and consolidation of sediments. They are typically layered and contain fossils.

• Sedimentary rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma.

• Sedimentary rocks are formed from volcanic activity.

What are the characteristics of igneous rocks?

• Igneous rocks are formed from the erosion of sedimentary rocks.

• Igneous rocks are formed from the compression of organic matter.

• Igneous rocks are formed from the solidification of molten material, have a crystalline structure, and can be classified as intrusive or extrusive.

• Igneous rocks have a sedimentary structure.

What are the characteristics of metamorphic rocks?

• Metamorphic rocks are formed from volcanic activity.

• Metamorphic rocks are formed from organic materials.

• Metamorphic rocks are formed from sedimentary rocks.

• Metamorphic rocks are formed from pre-existing rocks that have been subjected to high temperatures and pressures. They undergo a process called metamorphism, which causes changes in their mineral composition and texture. Some characteristics of metamorphic rocks include foliation, recrystallization, and a wide range of colors and textures.

Give an example of each type of rock.

• Quartz, feldspar, mica

• Sedimentary, igneous, metamorphic

• Sandstone, shale, basalt

• Granite, limestone, marble