Cave Formations Quiz

What are stalactites?

• Water droplets in caves

• Icicle-shaped formations hanging from the ceiling of a cave

• Stones found on the cave floor

• Columns in caves

How do stalactites form?

• From the wind blowing through caves

• From calcium deposits in water dripping from the roof of a cave

• From animals digging underground

• From the sun warming the cave walls

What are stalagmites?

• Formations that grow from the ceiling

• Stones created by water evaporation

• Formations that grow from the floor of a cave

• A type of rock found in deserts

What happens when a stalactite and stalagmite meet?

• They create a new cave

• They form a column

• They dissolve into water

• They become a rock pile

What type of rock is often found in caves where formations occur?

• Granite

• Limestone

• Marble

• Basalt

Why is limestone important for cave formations?

• It is very hard

• It is easy to dig through

• It is high in calcium, which forms the formations

• It glows in the dark

What role does evaporation play in forming stalactites?

• It creates more water in the cave

• It removes water, leaving calcium behind

• It stops water from dripping

• It melts the stalactites

Which of the following materials is NOT needed to make a stalactite at home?

• Epsom salts

• Jars

• Metal washers

• Sand

How long does it take to see results when making a stalactite at home?

• A few hours

• A few minutes

• A few days

• A few weeks

What forms first when making a stalactite at home?

• The column

• The water string

• The salt deposits on the string

• The baking sheet