Layers of the Earth
List the layers of the Earth in order (starting from most outer layer)
Crust - Mantle - Outer Core - Inner Core
What does 'Lustre' mean
How a mineral reflects light
What are the 3 main types of rocks
Igneous, Sedimentary and Metamorphic
What type of rock would most likely contain fossils?
Sedimentary
What type of unusual pet does Miss B have?
Snakes
Which layer has the highest temperature and pressure?
Inner Core
Which property describes how a mineral breaks along a flat plane?
Cleavage
How are Igneous rocks formed
Cooled down magma/lava
What is the difference between how intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks are FORMED?
Intrusive - Formed inside volcano
Extrusive - Formed outside volcano
How many dogs does Miss B have
2
Which is the only liquid layer
Outer Core
What is the hardest mineral known to man? (10 on the Moh's hardness scale)
Diamond
What two factors form metamorphic rocks?
High heat and high pressure
What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks APPEARANCE?
Intrusive - Large crystals
Extrusive - Smaller crystals
What is Miss Bs favourite subject?
Marine Scienc
What are the two types of crust?
Oceanic and continental
Define 'Streak'
The colour of a minerals powder
How are sedimentary rocks formed?
Compaction and cementation of sediments
What type of fossil would a footprint be?
Trace fossil
How old is Miss Bs oldest child
18
Why is the Inner Core rock solid, despite having the highest temperature?
Extremely high pressure
List the 5 characteristics all minerals share
1.Naturally occurring
2.Inorganic
3.Solid
4.Crystal structure
5.Definite chemical composition
What are 2 key physical properties of metamorphic rocks?
Tight interlocking crystals
Wavy layers
Define 'fossil'
The preserved remains of a once living organism
What is Miss Bs favourite fast food
a - Mcdonalds
b - KFC
c - GYG
B - KFC