Study Guide For Science Chapter 3 Test

Study Guide for Science Chapter 3 Test

Rocks and Minerals

This guide will help you focus your studying for the test on our science chapter on rocks and minerals. You may use one page of notes, front and back, or one side only typed.

Part A: Fill-in

This section consists of 10 fill-in questions. Know the definitions of the following:

*cleavage, lava, metamorphic rock, sedimentary rock, hardness, luster, mineral, igneous rock, magma, ore

Part B : Multiple Choice

This section consists of 5 multiple choice questions. Know the following concepts:

· What igneous rocks that form beneath the surface of the Earth look like

· What mineral quartz looks like

· What type of rock fossils are usually found in

· What metamorphic rock may be formed into (sedimentary, metamorphic, igneous?)

· What scientists classify rocks on

Part C : Short answer

This section you

Part D. Short Answer (3-5 sentences)

1. Explain two factors that influence the kinetic energy of an object.

2. Describe how a car converts thermal energy to kinetic energy

Part E. Concept Application

1. Name three examples of radiant energy found in your home.

2. Daniel is fishing. He places a plastic bobber on his line and watches it float in the water. Describe the motion of the bobber and the waves.

3. Ahmed packs a foam cooler, a sleeping bag, a metal pan, and an aluminum spoon for a camping trip. Define insulators and conductors. Classify each item as an insulator or conductor.

4. Carmen’s cafeteria uses heat lamps to keep hamburgers and fries warm. Explain this type of thermal energy transfer.