Rocks and Minerals Practice

Front

What type of rock is formed from the accumulation of sediment?

Back

Sedimentary rock.

Front

What is the process called when rocks break down into smaller pieces due to natural elements?

Back

Weathering.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a property of minerals: hardness, luster, sound?

Back

Sound.

Front

What is the term for the layer of loose materials on Earth's surface made up of bits of rocks, humus, air, and water?

Back

Soil.

Front

What type of rock is formed from volcanic activity?

Back

Igneous rock.

Front

What type of rock is formed under high pressure and temperature from existing rocks?

Back

Metamorphic rock.

Front

What is the process called when sediment is compacted and cemented together to form rock?

Back

Lithification.

Front

What are the three main types of rocks?

Back

Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

Front

What is the definition of a mineral?

Back

A naturally occurring, inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure.

Front

What is the term for the ability of a mineral to resist scratching?

Back

Hardness.