Properties of Minerals — Unit test Answers

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Which of the following is a long-term consequence of mining on the Earth?

A
erosion
B
an open pit
C
sedimentation
D
all of the above
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The rock cycle forms new rocks using which of the following processes?

A
crystallization
B
compaction
C
erosion
D
all of the above
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Which of the following is a way that minerals are used?

A
industry
B
construction
C
technology
D
all of the above
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A kind of sedimentary rock formed from plant material over a long period of time is __________.

A
limestone
B
cementation
C
coal
D
compaction
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Surface mining is more ecologically damaging than subsurface mining.

A
T
B
F
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How does mining affect local populations?

A
Mining is a vital part of the economy of surrounding towns.
B
Mining introduces pollution into local water supplies.
C
Mining disrupts local populations of flora and fauna.
D
All of the above are true.
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Reclamation restores an environment affected by mining to a state where it can sustain its ecosystem.

A
T
B
F
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Metamorphic rocks can be formed from all of the following EXCEPT ____.

A
the formation of minerals from solutions
B
the presence of hot, watery fluids
C
temperature
D
pressure
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Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

A
deposition
B
erosion
C
rock
D
texture
E
rock cycle
F
composition
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Metamorphic rocks that show layers of dark minerals alternating with layers of light minerals are classified as ____.

A
nonfoliated
B
extrusive
C
foliated
D
intrusive
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Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

A
coal
B
limestone
C
marble
D
slate
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Foliated rocks are distinguished by ____.

A
large pores
B
layers
C
the enlargement of mineral grains
D
the shape and size of the sediments
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Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

A
compaction
B
cementation
C
limestone
D
coal
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Granite is a ________ that contains the mineral quartz.

A
mineral
B
glass
C
rock
D
mica
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