5th-6th Science Chapter 1 Review (Rocks And Minerals), Pt. 1 Question Preview (ID: 43492)


5th-6th Science Chapter 1 Review (Rocks And Minerals) BJU Science 5. TEACHERS: click here for quick copy question ID numbers.

How could the Flood have contributed to the formation of sedimentary rocks?
a) The waters of the Flood could have created a tsunami, putting rocks at the top of mountains.
b) The Flood could have lasted millions of years, creating the layers.
c) The Flood could have attacked the dinosaurs, causing them to release the sedimentary rocks.
d) The waters of the Flood could have stirred up dirt and particles, and they could have then settled into layers.

How do weathering and erosion help people find minerals?
a) People are able to make tools from ice to help them dig in the ground.
b) Surface material is removed, exposing lower levels where minerals are found.
c) Metals floats to the top of the earth.
d) People are able to use the eroded material to make metal detectors.

Which of the following is not a use of minerals?
a) pottery
b) foods
c) paint
d) real, genuine pixy dust

The ability of a mineral to resist scratching is called ___________.
a) hardness
b) luster
c) durability
d) awesome sauce

A mineral that can be cut and polished for use is called a _____.
a) coal
b) gemstone
c) fool's gold
d) pearl

The way that a mineral reflects light is called its ________.
a) shimmer
b) shine
c) luster
d) sparkle

A hard, natural substance made of one or more minerals that contain organic materials is called a _________.
a) mineral
b) organic substance
c) inorganic substance
d) rock

The Mohs scale is used to determine the hardness of ____________.
a) diamonds
b) rocks
c) minerals
d) high fives

True or False: Gemstones that are beautiful and rare are called precious stones.
a) True
b) False
c) Potato
d) Salad

True or False: The hot melted rock that makes up the mantle of the earth is called lava.
a) True
b) False
c) Potato
d) Salad

True or False: The movement of sediment from one place to another is known as erosion.
a) True
b) False
c) Potato
d) Salad

True or False: Weathering produces small bits of weathered rock called humus.
a) True
b) False
c) Potato
d) Salad

True or False: If a substance is a mineral, it cannot be a metal.
a) True
b) False
c) Potato
d) Salad

True or False: A geologist studies the structure, rocks, and minerals of the earth.
a) True
b) False
c) Potato
d) Salad

Where are minerals usually found?
a) Minerals are usually found in the sun or sun rays.
b) Minerals are usually found on the surface of the earth or buried in the crust.
c) Minerals are usually found in ocean water and rain clouds.
d) Minerals are usually found as small particles in the atmosphere.

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