by Kiel Mendoza
Rocks tell the story of our planet’s history, from the fiery depths of volcanoes to the serene layers of sedimentary deposits. This quiz challenges your understanding of various rock types and their unique features. Sharpen your geological skills and see how well you can identify these natural wonders. Good luck!
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Rock Identification Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which type of rock is formed from cooling and solidifying magma or lava?
Sedimentary
Metamorphic
Igneous
Organic
2. What is the primary characteristic of sedimentary rocks?
They are formed from heat and pressure.
They contain fossils.
They are formed from the accumulation of sediments.
They are crystalline.
3. Which rock is known for its ability to split into thin layers?
Granite
Slate
Marble
Limestone
4. What type of rock is marble classified as?
Igneous
Sedimentary
Metamorphic
Organic
5. Which of the following is an example of an igneous rock?
Sandstone
Basalt
Shale
Gneiss
6. Limestone is primarily composed of which mineral?
Quartz
Calcite
Feldspar
Mica
7. Which rock is commonly known for containing fossils?
Granite
Basalt
Sandstone
Shale
8. What is the process called when sedimentary rocks are transformed into metamorphic rocks?
Erosion
Deposition
Metamorphism
Weathering
9. Which of the following rocks is an example of a sedimentary rock?
Granite
Limestone
Marble
Schist
10. What type of rock is gneiss classified as?
Igneous
Sedimentary
Metamorphic
Organic
11. Which mineral is most commonly found in granite?
Calcite
Quartz
Mica
Gypsum
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