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Rocks

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
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1.

What is the definition of a rock according to geologists?

a)

A type of sedimentary rock formed from organic remains

b)

A type of volcanic landform characterized by steep, symmetrical cones

c)

A natural substance composed of solid crystals of different minerals fused together

d)

A type of metamorphic rock with a layered or banded appearance

2.

Which of the following is NOT a rock-forming mineral?

a)

Garnet

b)

Calcite

c)

Halite

d)

Pyroxene

3.

What type of rocks are formed from the solidification of molten rock material?

a)

Igneous Rocks

b)

Metamorphic Rocks

c)

Sedimentary Rocks

d)

Extrusive Rocks

4.

Which type of igneous rocks form from magma that solidifies below the Earth's surface?

a)

Intrusive Igneous Rocks

b)

Mafic Igneous Rocks

c)

Extrusive Igneous Rocks

d)

Intermediate Igneous Rocks

5.

What type of sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and lithification of sediments?

a)

Metamorphic Sedimentary Rocks

b)

Clastic Sedimentary Rocks

c)

Organic Sedimentary Rocks

d)

Chemical Sedimentary Rocks

6.

Which type of metamorphic rocks have a layered or banded appearance?

a)

Non-foliated Metamorphic Rocks

b)

Extrusive Metamorphic Rocks

c)

Foliated Metamorphic Rocks

d)

Intrusive Metamorphic Rocks

7.

What is the primary cause of volcanism according to the plate theory?

a)

Extension of the lithosphere

b)

Injection of new magma into the chamber

c)

Landslide that removes material from the top of a volcano

d)

Buildup of gases within the volcano

8.

What is the primary cause of geysers erupting periodically?

a)

Heating of groundwater by magma near the surface of the Earth

b)

Buildup of gases within the volcano

c)

Injection of new magma into the chamber

d)

Landslide that removes material from the top of a volcano

9.

What is the primary cause of earthquakes aside from tectonic plate movement?

a)

Volcanic Activity

b)

Human Activities

c)

Weathering

d)

Erosion

10.

What are seismic waves generated by?

a)

Sudden release of energy stored in the Earth's crust

b)

Weathering of rocks and minerals

c)

Deposition of sediments

d)

Erosion by natural forces