Unit B - Rocks and Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
What are some examples of natural resources?
A
Iron; coal; natural gas
2
Q
What data can you get from closely examining a material?
A
Its worth; more specific texture
3
Q
Diamonds, rubies, and emeralds are all _______
A
minerals
4
Q
How many minerals are there?
A
About 2000
5
Q
What colors can diamonds be?
A
Red, blue, pink, lime
6
Q
Where are diamonds most commonly mined?
A
- Canada
- Russia
- Botswana
- S Africa
- Australia
7
Q
Imagine _______ scientists renting rooms so they can have a place to make large diamonds
A
Russian
