Types of Rocks and Sedimentary Rocks Quiz

What are the three types or classes of rocks?

• Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic

• Granite, Limestone, Marble

• Slate, Quartzite, Schist

• Sandstone, Clay, Gypsum

Why do we have different kinds of rocks? Think!

Sedimentary rocks are formed from __________.

Particles of sand, shells, pebbles, and other fragments of material are classified as __________.

What is lithification?

Describe a sedimentary rock.

Which type of rock can contain fossils?

Give two examples of sedimentary rock.

How are metamorphic rocks formed?

Describe a metamorphic rock.