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Grade 10 Science Quiz: Rocks and Minerals

Instructions:

Answer the following questions related to rocks and minerals. Provide detailed answers where applicable.


  1. What are the three main types of rocks? Provide a brief description of each.

  2. Explain the rock cycle and its significance in geology.

  3. What is the difference between igneous rocks and sedimentary rocks? Give one example of each.

  4. Define the term "mineral" and list the criteria that must be met for a substance to be classified as a mineral.

  5. Describe the process of metamorphism and name one type of metamorphic rock.

  6. What is the Mohs scale of hardness, and why is it important in identifying minerals?

  7. Identify four common uses of minerals in everyday life and briefly describe each use.

  8. What role do rocks and minerals play in ecosystems? Provide two specific examples.

  9. Explain how sedimentary rocks are formed, and name two characteristics that distinguish them from other rock types.

  10. What is mineral cleavage, and how does it differ from mineral fracture? Provide examples of each.

  11. Describe the process of weathering and erosion and their effects on rock formation.

  12. Explain the economic importance of mining minerals and discuss one environmental concern associated with mining practices.


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Note:

Be sure to provide insightful and well-thought-out answers to demonstrate your understanding of the subject matter. Good luck!