Lab: Mineral and Rock Classification — Unit test Answers

Where are extrusive igneous rocks typically found?

Which correctly lists three characteristics of minerals?

Which phrase best describes igneous rocks?

This is Mohs hardness scale.

Which is one source of the sediments that form sedimentary rocks?

A rock is found in an area that once had an active volcano and has since been affected by erosion. The rock has individual black and white crystals that are easy to see.Which other description fits the rock?

Which characteristic is one of the three main characteristics used to classify igneous rocks?

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Which statement is an example of an observation a scientist would make to classify a rock?

Which process forms sedimentary rock in the rock cycle after sediments accumulate and combine?

What is magma?

Which is one of the main categories of sedimentary rocks?

Which example is most likely made from both metals and gemstones?

Study the image of this rock.

Which two processes are destructive forces that occur during sedimentary rock formation?

Which sedimentary rock is burned to produce energy?

Which is one source from which metamorphic rocks form?

The image shows rock layers and magma under Earth's surface.

Which characteristic is used to classify metamorphic rocks as foliated or non-foliated?

Which type of metamorphic rock has randomly arranged grains and does not split into layers?