Minerals and Their Uses Quiz

How many minerals have been found within the earth's crust?

• More than 1,000

• More than 2,000

• More than 3,000

• More than 4,000

What are the two main types of minerals?

• Organic and Inorganic

• Metallic and Non-metallic

• Natural and Synthetic

• Hard and Soft

Which of the following is an example of a non-metallic mineral?

• Bauxite

• Laterite

• Hematite

• Quartz

What is a rock that contains a metal called?

• Gemstone

• Ore

• Crystal

• Fossil

Which mineral is used to make aluminum?

• Graphite

• Diamond

• Bauxite

• Quartz

What is calcite used for?

• Making jewelry

• Building material, abrasive, and pharmaceutical

• Fuel

• Electronics

Which mineral is ground up to make talcum powder?

• Fluorite

• Talc

• Gypsum

• Quartz

What is gypsum used in?

• Jewelry

• Electronics

• Building materials like wallboard, plaster, and concrete

• Fuel

Which mineral is used in the steelmaking process?

• Calcite

• Fluorite

• Talc

• Quartz

What makes kaolinite useful?

• Its hardness

• Its absorbency

• Its color

• Its weight