Rocks and Minerals Worksheet
Explore the fascinating world of rocks and minerals with this Grade 4 science worksheet, covering classification, properties, and formation.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!
1. Which of the following is NOT a type of rock?
Igneous
Sedimentary
Metamorphic
Organic
2. What is the process called when rocks are broken down into smaller pieces by wind, water, or ice?
Melting
Erosion
Weathering
Deposition
1. All minerals are rocks.
True
False
2. Sedimentary rocks are formed from layers of sediment.
True
False
1. The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and .
2. Minerals are naturally occurring, inorganic solids with a definite structure.
1. Describe one way you can identify a mineral.
2. Explain the difference between a rock and a mineral.
Observe the diagram below showing different types of rocks and their formation.
Based on the diagram, which type of rock is formed from cooled magma or lava?