Rock Test

What is the process that describes the life of a rock?

• Rock Cycle

• Hydrological Cycle

• Nitrogen Cycle

• Weathering

The breaking down of rocks due to the weather is known as ______.

• Weathering

• Rock Cycle

• Nitrogen Cycle

• Life Cycle

Which of the following test is used to measure the hardness of a mineral?

• Moh's Scale

• Acid Test

• Fingernail Test

• Scratch Test

Which test is used to determine the hardness of a rock/mineral?

• Scratch Test

• Acid Test

According to the Moh's Scale, the hardest mineral on the planet is _________.

• diamond

• talc

• quartz

• sapphire

Which of the following mineral is used to make body powder?

• diamond

• talc

• sapphire

• quartz

The acid test is used to determine if a rock contains which of the following minerals?

• Sodium Chloride/ Table Salt

• Calcium Carbonate/ Calcite

• Magnesium Oxide

• Sodium Bicarbonate

Which of the following acid is a 'weak' acid?

• Acetic Acid is commonly known as vinegar

• Sulfuric Acid

• Hydrochloric Acid

Stalactites and Stalagmites are formed from minerals found in which type of rocks?

• limestone

• obsidian

• granite

• slate

Which of the following hangs down from the roof or ceiling of limestone caves?

• stalactites

• stalagmites