Stones and Gemstones

What are the three main types of rocks used in construction?

• Diamond, ruby, and sapphire

• Granite, marble, and quartz

• Limestone, sandstone, and shale

• Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks

Name three different types of gemstones and their colors.

• 1. Ruby - Red, 2. Sapphire - Blue, 3. Emerald - Green

• Amethyst - Orange

• Diamond - Yellow

• Topaz - Pink

Explain how sedimentary rocks are formed.

• Sedimentary rocks are formed by volcanic activity

• Sedimentary rocks are formed by the cooling and solidification of magma

• Sedimentary rocks are formed by the rearrangement of existing rocks

• Sedimentary rocks are formed through the accumulation and compression of sediments over time.

What are the properties of marble?

• Sedimentary rock with a smooth surface

• Metamorphic rock with a sandy composition

• Igneous rock with a glassy texture

• Metamorphic rock with a crystalline structure

How are stones used in everyday life?

• Stones are used for construction, decoration, and as tools.

• Stones are used for communication

• Stones are used for cooking food

• Stones are used for transportation

What are the characteristics of igneous rocks?

• Result of organic matter decomposition

• Formed through erosion and sedimentation

• Created by extreme pressure and heat

• Formed through the solidification and cooling of magma or lava

What are the uses of granite in construction?

• Granite is used for countertops, flooring, and exterior cladding in construction.

• Granite is used for plumbing in construction.

• Granite is used for insulation in construction.

• Granite is used for making jewelry in construction.

How can you identify the difference between a diamond and a quartz?

• By tasting them

• By smelling them

• By listening to the sound they make when struck

• By conducting a hardness test

Explain the process of how metamorphic rocks are formed.

• Volcanic eruption

• Freezing and thawing of water

• Heat and pressure acting on existing rocks

• Chemical weathering

Name three different types of stones and their uses in construction.

• 2. Quartz - used for landscaping, sculpture, and kitchenware.

• 1. Marble - used for jewelry, electronics, and furniture.

• 3. Slate - used for jewelry, electronics, and furniture.

• 1. Granite - used for countertops, flooring, and exterior cladding. 2. Limestone - used for building facades, flooring, and walls. 3. Sandstone - used for paving, roofing, and walls.