Types of rocks

12 questions

1. What is a mineral?
2. Which of the following properties are **not** typically used to identify minerals?
3. Which of the following materials is known for its hardness and is often used in jewellery?
4. Which of the following physical properties describes how easily a material can be scratched?
5. A ___ is a solid mixture of minerals or organic matter.
6. The ___ of a material describes its mass per unit volume.
7. Which of the following is a characteristic feature of sedimentary rocks?
8. Which of the following distinguishes igneous rocks from other rock types?
9. Which of the following statements about metamorphic rocks is incorrect?
10. The properties of igneous and metamorphic rocks make them suitable for a variety of purposes. Which of the following are **not** typical uses?
11. Which of the following types of rock is marble?
12. ___ rocks have spaces between the grains or crystals, allowing water to pass through.

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