Minerals

Q1.Minerals are inorganic which means that they are

• renewable

• non renewable

Q2.Which mineral is used for pencils?

• magnetite

• graphite

• quartz

Q3.Why is coal not a mineral?

• it is man made

• it is not solid

• it is made of carbon

Q4. What type of mineral is salt?

• Calcite

• Hailte

• Quartz

Q5.The mineral iron is primarily used to make

• Jewelry

• tools

• glass

Q6.A valuable, rare mineral is a

• ore

• rock

• gem

Q7.Which is the softest mineral?

• sulphur

• calcite

• talc

Q8.Which mineral is magnetic?

• mica

• magnetite

• diamond

Q9. Which of the following are the characteristics of minerals?

• naturally occurring

• made from organic substances

• definite chemical composition

• all of the above

Q10. Name 3 Fossil Fuels:

• Solar, Wind, Hydroelectric

• Solar, Wind, Coal

• Coal, Oil, Natural Gas