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Explore the intriguing world of mineral properties and crystal systems. This quiz assesses your understanding of different crystal structures, such as Monoclinic, Tetragonal, and Hexagonal, crucial for students and professionals...

Questions: 27 | Attempts: 974 | Last updated: Oct 14, 2024

Sample Question
Crystal Systems: c>b>a

Hexagonal

Isometric

Monoclinic

Orthorhombic

Tetragonal

Triclinic

Rocks And Minerals Test

Perfect if you are a student or you enjoy gaining more knowledge about rocks and minerals. If you fall in this group of people, then this quiz will assist you to measure how much you know.

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 2160 | Last updated: Apr 7, 2025

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Both Both quartz and fluorite come in a variety of colors. Because they both share some of the same color varieties, they are often mistaken for each other. In order to tell them apart, a hardness test must be done. In a hardness test, what result will show the difference between quartz and fluorite?

Diamond scratches quartz and fluorite

Quartz scratches talc

Fluorite scratches talc

Apatite scratches fluorite

Rocks And Minerals Post-assessment (Earth Science Regents)

This post-assessment for Earth Science Regents focuses on rocks and minerals. It evaluates understanding of material hardness, mineral luster, density calculations, crystal formation, and composition of igneous rocks. Essential...

Questions: 12 | Attempts: 244 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

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The table below shows the hardness of four materials. Which statement best describes the hardness of dolomite. This question may require the use of the Earth Science Reference Tables (Standard 3.1 a) Hardness of Four Materials Material Hardness Human Fingernail 2.5 Copper Penny 3.0 Window Glass 4.5 Steel Nail 6.5

Dolomite can scratch a copper penny, but cannot be scratched by a steel nail.

Dolomite can scratch window glass, but cannot be scratched by a fingernail.

Dolomite can scratch window glass, but cannot be scratched by a steel nail.

Dolomite can scratch a copper penny, but cannot be scratched by a fingernail.

Dolomite cannot be scratched by any other material.

Rocks And Minerals Test Review (Graded)

This graded Rocks and Minerals Test Review assesses knowledge on mineral hardness, chemical composition, and rock formation. It's designed for learners to understand key concepts in mineralogy and geology, enhancing their grasp...

Questions: 19 | Attempts: 706 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2023

Sample Question
Which of these has the greatest hardness?

Gypsum

Iron

Gold

Diamond

None of the above.

Geology Test: Can You Identify These Minerals? Trivia Quiz

This trivia quiz is a geology test: can you identify these minerals? There are different types of minerals that can be found below the earth surface some are extremely rare while others are too common. Do you think you are...

Questions: 33 | Attempts: 178 | Last updated: Dec 13, 2023

Sample Question
Rocks that are high in silca content melt at lower temperatures than rocks with low silica content:

Ture

False

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Minerology Quiz By Raghu

Minerology Quiz by raghu

Explore the fascinating world of minerals with the Minerology Quiz by raghu, featuring questions on gem varieties, mineral properties, and crystal structures.

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 183 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
Which of the following is the gem variety of olivine

Ruby

Peridote

Emerald

Amethyst

Geology Ch. 9 Test

Geology Ch. 9 test dives deeper into the analysis of the different properties and minerals in regard to rocks and earth particles. How well have you understood the chapter? Take up the quiz and find out.

Questions: 43 | Attempts: 322 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

Sample Question
An unconformity is a buried ________.

Fault or fracture with older rocks above and younger rocks below

Surface of erosion separating younger strata above from older strata below

Surface of erosion with older strata above and younger strata below

Fault or fracture with younger strata above and older strata below

Rock And Mineral Trivia Quiz!

Rock And Mineral Trivia Quiz! Test your knowledge on mineral properties like hardness, cleavage, and more. Discover key characteristics of minerals such as diamond, gold, and calcite. Ideal for learners interested in geology and...

Questions: 55 | Attempts: 373 | Last updated: Sep 27, 2024

Sample Question
The Mohs scale measures

Density of a mineral

A mineral's hardness

The luster of a mineral

A mineral's type of crystalline structure

Rocks And Minerals 1221

Rocks and Minerals 1221

The 'Rocks and Minerals 1221' quiz assesses knowledge on various types of rocks and minerals, exploring their properties, classification, and significance in Earth science. This quiz is ideal for learners interested in geology...

Questions: 30 | Attempts: 285 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Rocks And Minerals Quiz 1

Rocks and Minerals Quiz 1

Explore the fascinating world of geology with Rocks and Minerals Quiz 1. Test your knowledge on Earth's mantle, magma, mineral properties, and more.

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 318 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
Which of the following minerals is the main constituent of Earth's mantle?

Olivine

Biotite

Feldspar

Quartz

Magnetite

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