rocks and minerals 3rd grade

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What are rocks primarily made of?

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Rocks are primarily made of minerals.

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What is a mineral?

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A mineral is a natural material that forms from non-living matter.

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What is quartz composed of?

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Quartz is made of silicon and oxygen.

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What are crystals?

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Crystals are solid objects that have naturally occurring geometric forms (patterns).

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What is a diamond made of?

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A diamond is made of carbon.

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What is the difference between rocks and minerals?

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Rocks are composed of one or more minerals, while minerals are natural substances with a specific chemical composition.

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Can minerals be organic?

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No, minerals are inorganic substances.

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What is the process of mineral formation called?

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The process of mineral formation is called mineralization.

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Name a common use of quartz.

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Quartz is commonly used in making glass and electronics.

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What is the Mohs scale?

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The Mohs scale is a scale used to measure the hardness of minerals.