ES_Quiz 3: Importance of Minerals & Ore Minerals

In cosmetic products, colored mineral is very important. Which mineral is

usually used for red lipstick?

• Aluminite

• Bauxite

• Galena

• Hematite

Which set of minerals are necessary in making fertilizer?

• aluminum, iron and copper

• potassium, nitrogen, and carbon

• calcium, magnesium and potassium

• potassium, phosphorus, and nitrogen

Graphite is one of many forms of carbon with crystalline structure that allows

layers to slide over each other easily. In which product is graphite commonly

used because of this property?

• Ink

• Paper

• Pencil

• Carbon Paper

At a young age, Ella has developed rickets, a condition that affects bone

development in children. She experiences bone pain and has soft and weak

bones that lead to bone deformities. Which mineral is Eve lacking for her bone

condition?

• Calcium

• Iron

• Magnesium

• Zinc

Plaster: gypsum; Toothpaste: ___________

• Fluorite

• Gold

• Sodium

• Mercury

Over time, different types of batteries are developed, produced, and used by

society. Minerals below are extensively used in the production of these

batteries.

I. Lead

II. Cobalt

III. Nickel

IV. Zinc

Which among the minerals are used in electric car batteries?

• I and II

• II and III

• III and IV

• I and IV

Which of the following are the uses of minerals?

I. Power generation

II. Construction and buildings

III. Medicine and Dentistry

IV. Agriculture

• I and II

• II and III

• III and IV

• I, II, III, and IV

How does society utilize quartz as one of the important minerals?

• Medical practitioners use quartz in cancer diagnosis and treatment.

• In agriculture, quartz is the most important components of fertilize

• In constructions, engineers use glass made of quartz as window or wall

  panels.

• In mining, quartz is used as cutting tool for other mineral extraction

How does toothpaste help in fighting tooth decay?

• It contains calcium which is the building blocks of strong teeth.

• Calcium carbonate found in toothpaste helps in removing plaque and

  stains.

• Its active ingredient, Fluoride, protects teeth from acids that are formed

  in the mouth.

• Sodium in Sodium lauryl sulfate which is also found in toothpaste

  protects teeth from gum disease.

Which of the following metals are mainly needed for aircraft components

because they are light and durable?

• Aluminum

• Chromium

• Nickel

• Steel