Questions and Answers
What three words describe all minerals?
solid, nonliving, natural
What property of quartz is shown when it breaks into uneven pieces?
fracture
What type of rock forms when magma or lava hardens?
igneous rock
What type of rock did Kendra see while hiking?
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What is shown in the picture described?
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What is the hardness of galena based on Sally's tests?
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What mineral can conduct electricity?
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Why are manufactured diamonds not classified as minerals?
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What mineral can be scratched with a fingernail and broken into thin sheets?
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What property is Michael describing when he labels quartz as 'nonmetallic'?
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Which mineral is the hardest based on Terrance's tests?
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Jon's conclusion that the two samples are the same mineral is supported by his data.
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What property can Mary observe without using tools?
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What can Carlie conclude about emerald based on her observation?
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What processes cause metamorphism according to Lynn's drawing?
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Which two igneous rocks is Shaina observing?
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How could Lionel model weathering using modeling clay?
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What happens when heat and pressure act on sedimentary rock?
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What new type of rock is formed from large pieces of rock deposited in layers?
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What three rock cycle processes would change igneous rock directly into a metamorphic rock?
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What type of molten rock would form if quartzite deep within Earth melted?
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Study Notes
Mineral Properties
- Minerals are classified as solid, nonliving, and natural.
- Fracture is a key property demonstrated by quartz when broken unevenly.
- Conductivity in minerals can be exhibited by quartz, though it is not the only one.
Types of Rocks
- Igneous rocks form from the hardening of magma or lava.
- Sedimentary rocks are formed from layers of deposited materials.
- Metamorphic rocks arise when sedimentary rocks undergo heat and pressure.
Rock Cycle
- The rock cycle illustrates the transformation processes between different rock types.
- Key processes affecting sedimentary rocks to transform into metamorphic rocks include heat and pressure.
- Changes in temperature and melting can convert igneous rocks directly into metamorphic rocks.
Mineral Hardness
- Hardness is measured using the Mohs scale, with galena falling between 2 and 4.
- Quartz is identified as the hardest mineral among tested samples.
Observation and Testing
- Observing luster can identify minerals without the need for tools.
- Hardness tests can reveal properties of minerals by scratching them with various objects.
- Consistency of streak color is a critical factor in determining whether two samples are the same mineral.
Specific Mineral Examples
- Mica can be scratched with a fingernail and broken into thin sheets.
- Manufactured diamonds, while composed of carbon, do not classify as minerals as they are not formed by natural processes.
Geological Observations
- The hardness of emerald exceeds that of steel, indicating a hardness greater than 6.5 on the Mohs scale.
- Gabbro and granite are igneous rocks characterized by large crystals formed from magma.
Weathering and Erosion
- Weathering is exemplified by breaking modeling clay into smaller pieces.
- Sedimentary rocks are formed when weathered and eroded pieces of rock are deposited in layers.
Key Transformative Processes
- Temperature, pressure, and melting directly affect the transformation of igneous rock into metamorphic rock.
- Molten rock produced from melted quartzite within the Earth would result in substantial magma formation.
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Test your knowledge on minerals, rocks, and the rock cycle. This quiz covers the properties and types of minerals and rocks, including the Mohs scale of hardness and the transformation processes in the rock cycle. Perfect for geology enthusiasts and students!
