Weathering, Erosion, Minerals, and Rocks Quiz

What property of a mineral describes how it breaks along smooth surfaces?

• Hardness

• Luster

• Cleavage

• Color

Which property of a mineral is determined by the color of its powder?

• Hardness

• Cleavage

• Luster

• Streak

How is igneous rock formed?

• From cool magma or lava

• From heat and pressure

• From fossilized organisms

• From pieces of other rocks

What type of rock is formed from heat and pressure?

• Metamorphic

• Volcanic

• Sedimentary

• Igneous

What is the main difference between weathering and erosion?

• Weathering involves moving rocks, erosion involves breaking them down

• Both involve moving rocks

• Weathering involves breaking down rocks, erosion involves moving them

• Both involve breaking down rocks

Which of the following is a renewable resource?

• Oil

• Phosphate

• Coal

• Solar energy

Which resource cannot be replaced in a reasonable amount of time once used?

• Soil

• Wind

• Water

• Gas

Which of the following is a non-renewable resource?

• Air

• Wind

• Iron

• Plants

Which resource is NOT found in Florida?

• Gold

• Limestone

• Silicon

• Phosphate

What is a significant renewable resource in Florida?

• Coal

• Oil

• Solar energy

• Iron