Exploring Rocks and Minerals Quiz

What is the hardest mineral on the Mohs scale?

• Talc

• Diamond

• Quartz

• Feldspar

Which of the following is a sedimentary rock?

• Granite

• Basalt

• Limestone

• Marble

What is the main component of sand?

• Mica

• Quartz

• Feldspar

• Calcite

Which mineral is commonly used in pencils?

• Graphite

• Talc

• Gypsum

• Hematite

What type of rock is formed from cooled lava?

• Sedimentary

• Metamorphic

• Igneous

• Fossiliferous

Which of the following is a metamorphic rock?

• Sandstone

• Slate

• Shale

• Conglomerate

What is the primary mineral found in marble?

• Quartz

• Feldspar

• Calcite

• Mica

Which mineral is known for its ability to split into thin sheets?

• Mica

• Quartz

• Feldspar

• Pyrite

What is the process called when rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?

• Erosion

• Weathering

• Deposition

• Compaction

Which of the following is a common use for gypsum?

• Jewelry

• Wallboard

• Electronics

• Glassmaking