Unit 1 Review Flashcard

Front

What is the main characteristic of igneous rocks?

Back

Igneous rocks are formed from magma or lava that cools.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a property of minerals?

Back

Minerals are not made from living things.

Front

What processes affect rocks deep inside the Earth and on Earth's surface?

Back

Rocks are built, destroyed, and changed by forces.

Front

How are rocks continuously being changed?

Back

Rocks are changed from one kind to another.

Front

What is a characteristic of renewable resources?

Back

Renewable resources replenish and can overcome depletion from use.

Front

What are the two main types of igneous rocks?

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Intrusive (formed inside the Earth) and extrusive (formed on the surface).

Front

What is the rock cycle?

Back

The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation, destruction, and transformation.

Front

What is a mineral?

Back

A mineral is a naturally occurring, solid substance with a definite chemical composition.

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What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources?

Back

Renewable resources can replenish naturally, while non-renewable resources cannot be replaced once used.

Front

What is sedimentary rock?

Back

Sedimentary rock is formed from particles of sand, shells, and plant remains that are compacted together.