Earth's Natural Resources: Rocks and Minerals

What type of rock is commonly used in construction due to its durability?

• Pumice

• Granite

• Sandstone

• Slate

Which rock is known for being lightweight and has a high porosity?

• Marble

• Quartz

• Pumice

• Basalt

What is the term used to describe a rock's ability to absorb water?

• Density

• Hardness

• Porosity

• Permeability

Which rock is often used to make countertops and is prized for its aesthetic appeal?

• Shale

• Granite

• Pumice

• Sandstone

Which rock is a type of mineral that we need in our diet?

• Sand

• Gold

• Salt

• Silver

Why is Pumice an important natural resource?

• It has high porosity.

• We need it in our diet.

• It is used as a building material.

• It's fun to play with.

Why are rocks with high porosity important?

• They can hold fresh water.

• We need them in our diet.

• They are good building materials.

• They are something we should eat.

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What does the porosity of a rock indicate?

• The color of the rock

• The weight of the rock

• The number of fossils in the rock

• The amount of space between the grains in the rock

Which rock is often used in making statues and buildings for its workability and beauty?

• Pumice

• Sandstone

• Marble

• Flint

Which of the following is a mineral that we need in our diet?

• Granite

• Limestone

• Pumice

• Iron