Minerals & Rocks Review

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What mineral is commonly mined as a source of lead (Pb)?

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Galena

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List the 5 characteristics of a mineral.

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Solid, naturally occurring, inorganic, chemical formula, crystal structure.

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Which two minerals are commercial sources of iron?

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Hematite and magnetite.

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What type of rock is formed from existing rock under intense heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic Rock.

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What is the cooling process of intrusive igneous rocks?

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They cool slowly, form underground, and have large crystals.

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Define a mineral.

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

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation of sediment.

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What is the process of sedimentary rock formation called?

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Lithification.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What is the primary component of granite?

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Quartz, feldspar, and mica.