Earth's Surface, Minerals & Rocks

Which geological process is examined to understand how it shapes the planet?

• Erosion

• Tectonic plate movement

• Weathering

• Volcanic eruptions

What is the lesson's approach to minerals and rare earth metals?

• Their technological uses

• Their economic importance

• Their role in economic depletion

• Their historical significance

What causes convection currents within the asthenosphere?

• Earth's rotation

• Heat from the core

• Solar radiation

• Gravitational pull

What does the theory of continental drift suggest about continents?

• They have always been in their current positions

• They were once connected in a supercontinent

• They are moving towards the poles

• They are shrinking over time

Which of the following is NOT caused by plate movements?

• Volcanic activity

• Mountain formation

• Earthquakes

• Tidal waves

Which of the following rocks is formed from the cooling of magma?

• Shale

• Limestone

• Granite

• Sandstone

What is an example of a metamorphic rock formed from limestone?

• Shale

• Marble

• Granite

• Sandstone

Which rock is formed from mud and clay?

• Shale

• Pumice

• Slate

• Basalt

Which of the following is NOT a mineral?

• Feldspar

• Mica

• Neodymium

• Quartz

What is a common use for rare earth metals?

• Jewelry

• Electronics

• Food preservation

• Textile manufacturing