Rock and Mineral Review
Which type of scientist studies rocks?
Geologist
Which type of rock is formed by heat?
Igneous
Which type of rock is formed in layers?
Sedimentary
Which rock changed from an igneous or sedimentary over time?
Metamorphic
Minerals can be classified by their what?
Properties
Which property can describe a mineral as dull or shiny?
LUSTER
Which property can describe the way a mineral feels?
Texture
Which property can be described as translucent or opaque?
Light
What is the name of the scale used to show a mineral’s hardness?
Mohs scale of hardness
According to the scale what is the hardest mineral?
Diamond
According to the scale what is the weakest mineral?
TALC