Minerals/Rocks Study Guide Flashcards
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What is Moh’s Scale?
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A scale used to measure how hard a mineral is, from 1-10
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How do you identify an unidentifiable mineral?
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You test the luster, hardness, color,Streak
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What do the numbers on the Moh’s Hardness scale mean?
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1 being the hardest, 10 being the softest
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What characteristics must all minerals have to be classified as a mineral?
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- Solid
- Non Living
- Inorganic
- Naturally Occurring
- Definite Chemical Composition
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What are the 3 classifications of Rocks?
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1) Sedimentary
2) Igneous
3) Metamorphic
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How are Igneous Rocks formed?
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From the cooling and solidification of Magma
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How are Sedimentary Rocks formed?
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From the compaction and cementation of sediments
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How are Metamorphic rocks formed?
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Heat and pressure
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What are some examples of each rock type?
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Sedimentary:
Limestone
Igneous:
Basalt
Metamorphic:
Marble or Slate
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What are the stages of the Rock Cycle?
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- Weathering and Erosion
- Compaction and Cementation
- Heat and Pressure
- Melting
- Cooling and Solidification
