C Rocks and Minerals Practice SciOly

During prograde metamorphism, which of the following minerals would be lost first?

• feldspars

• quartz

• micas

• staurolite

What is the typical luster of the mineral displayed in the image?

• Metallic

• Dull

• Vitreous to Pearly

• Resinous

Based on its texture and mineral composition, what type of rock is shown in the image?

• Sedimentary

• Metamorphic

• Igneous

• Clastic

In granite, the mineral with the lowest melting temperature that melts first during partial melting is:

• Mica

• quartz

• feldspar

• plagioclase

• amphibole

What type of luster is primarily exhibited by the mineral shown in the image?

• Vitreous

• Metallic

• Dull

• Pearly

The mineral shown is a polymorph of calcite. Which of the following physical properties is most useful in distinguishing this mineral from calcite without relying on chemical tests?

• Color

• Luster

• Hardness

• Cleavage

The mineral Apophyllite is known for its distinctive crystal habit. In which crystal system does Apophyllite typically crystallize?

• Cubic

• Hexagonal

• Tetragonal

• Orthorhombic

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

Stratified rocks are rocks that are

• massive

• in layers

• all the same color

• all the same composition

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

What does the rock commonly change to a brown or red color?

• Calcium

• Sodium

• Magnesium

• Titanium

• Iron

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

This mineral is often confused with hornblende due to similar appearance. What is the most reliable diagnostic property to distinguish augite from hornblende?

• Cleavage angle

• Hardness

• Luster

• Streak