Rocks and Minerals

What is the process called when rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?

• erosion

• melting

• weathering

• solidification

What is the hardest mineral on the Mohs scale?

• gypsum

• calcite

• quartz

• diamond

What is the softest mineral on the Mohs scale?

• quartz

• diamond

• feldspar

• talc

What is the term for the color of a mineral in powdered form?

• shade

• hue

• streak

• tint

What is the term for the way light reflects off the surface of a mineral?

• glow

• refraction

• luster

• shine

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

During a field trip, Mia, Evelyn, and Abigail observed a rock formation. They noticed that some rocks had broken down due to exposure to water, wind, or temperature changes. What is the term for this process?

• volcanism

• sedimentation

• erosion

• weathering

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

During a field trip, William, Lily, and Zoe observed rocks being moved from one place to another by wind, water, or ice. What is the term for this process?

• erosion

• weathering

• deposition

• sedimentation

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which rock is sedimentary?

Jackson, Lily, and Kai were on a field trip to the Grand Canyon. They noticed that the rocks were being carried away by wind, water, or ice. What is this process called?

• sedimentation

• deposition

• weathering

• erosion

What is the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?

• Weathering

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Compaction

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2