Sedimentary Rocks Quiz Questions

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  • 2. 
    Where are the oldest layers of rock usually found in a cliff made from sedimentary rock? - ProProfs

    Where are the oldest layers of rock usually found in a cliff made from sedimentary rock?

    • At the top

    • In the middle

    • At the bottom

    Correct Answer
    A. At the bottom
    Explanation
    The oldest layers of rock are usually found at the bottom of a cliff made from sedimentary rock. This is because sedimentary rocks are formed through the accumulation and compaction of sediment over time. As new layers of sediment are deposited on top, the older layers become buried and compressed, gradually forming solid rock. Therefore, the layers that were deposited first and are the oldest will be located at the bottom of the cliff.

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  • 3. 
    Only one of these rocks is a sedimentary rock. Which one? - ProProfs

    Only one of these rocks is a sedimentary rock. Which one?

    • Shale

    • Slate

    • Granite

    Correct Answer
    A. Shale
    Explanation
    Shale is the correct answer because it is a type of sedimentary rock. Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediment over time. Shale specifically is formed from clay, silt, or mud that has been compacted and lithified. On the other hand, slate and granite are both types of metamorphic rocks, which are formed from the transformation of pre-existing rocks due to high heat and pressure.

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    Which one of these rocks is an igneous rock? - ProProfs

    Which one of these rocks is an igneous rock?

    • Marble

    • Limestone

    • Basalt

    Correct Answer
    A. Basalt
    Explanation
    Basalt is an igneous rock because it is formed from the solidification of molten lava or magma. It has a fine-grained texture and is typically dark in color. Marble and limestone, on the other hand, are both sedimentary rocks formed from the accumulation and compression of organic or inorganic sediments.

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    Which of the following is the order for forming sedimentary rocks? - ProProfs

    Which of the following is the order for forming sedimentary rocks?

    • Sedimentation - cementation - compaction

    • Compaction - sedimentation - cementation

    • Sedimentation - compaction - cementation

    Correct Answer
    A. Sedimentation - compaction - cementation
    Explanation
    The correct order for forming sedimentary rocks is sedimentation, compaction, and cementation. Sedimentation refers to the process of particles settling and accumulating on the Earth's surface. Compaction occurs when the weight of overlying sediment compresses the accumulated particles, reducing the pore spaces between them. Finally, cementation takes place when minerals precipitate and fill in the remaining pore spaces, binding the sediment particles together to form a solid rock.

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    Which type of rock never contains fossils? - ProProfs

    Which type of rock never contains fossils?

    • Sedimentary

    • Igneous

    • Metamorphic

    Correct Answer
    A. Igneous
    Explanation
    Igneous rock is formed from the solidification of molten material, such as lava or magma. This process does not typically allow for the preservation of fossils, as the high temperatures involved would destroy any organic material. Sedimentary rock, on the other hand, is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediment, which can often contain fossils. Metamorphic rock is formed from the alteration of existing rock through heat and pressure, and while it can sometimes contain fossils, they are usually highly distorted and difficult to recognize. Therefore, igneous rock is the type of rock that never contains fossils.

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    What does the presence of tiny crystals in a piece of igneous rock tell you about it? - ProProfs

    What does the presence of tiny crystals in a piece of igneous rock tell you about it?

    • The molten rock cooled very quickly

    • The molten rock cooled very slowly

    • The molten rock cooled deep underground

    Correct Answer
    A. The molten rock cooled very quickly
    Explanation
    The presence of tiny crystals in a piece of igneous rock suggests that the molten rock cooled very quickly. When magma cools rapidly, there is not enough time for large crystals to form, resulting in the formation of small crystals or even a glassy texture. This indicates that the rock was likely formed from a volcanic eruption or a rapid cooling event near the Earth's surface.

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    Which statement about metamorphic rocks is correct? - ProProfs

    Which statement about metamorphic rocks is correct?

    • They are formed when rocks are heated until they melt

    • They are only formed from heated sedimentary rocks

    • They are formed from all types of rock

    Correct Answer
    A. They are formed from all types of rock
    Explanation
    Metamorphic rocks are formed from all types of rock. This is because metamorphism occurs when pre-existing rocks undergo changes in response to heat, pressure, and/or chemical reactions, without melting completely. This process can affect any type of rock, including igneous, sedimentary, and even other metamorphic rocks. As a result, metamorphic rocks exhibit a wide range of textures and mineral compositions, reflecting the original rock's characteristics and the specific conditions of metamorphism.

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