Minerals

What are the elements that make up rocks called?

• Metals

• Minerals

• Atoms

• Molecules

What physical properties do minerals have?

• Hardness, size, texture, and weight

• Color, weight, shape, and odor

• Hardness, shape, luster, and color

• Size, texture, luster, and odor

Which mineral is used to smooth out walls before painting?

• Gold

• Diamond

• Magnetite

• Gypsum

What is the name of the mineral used to make metals like iron?

• Gold

• Diamond

• Magnetite

• Gypsum

What is the name of the rock made up of the mineral quartz?

• Marble

• Granite

• Diamond

• Calcite

What is the name of the mineral used to make jewelry?

• Magnetite

• Emeralds

• Gypsum

• Topazes

What physical property describes how shiny a mineral is?

• Hardness

• Shape

• Luster

• Colour

Which mineral is known for its softness?

• Diamond

• Quartz

• Talc

• Topazes

What is the name of the scale used to describe mineral hardness?

• Kelvin scale

• Celsius scale

• Mohs scale

• Fahrenheit scale

Which mineral has a regular shape?

• Quartz

• Aragonite

• Talc

• Malachite