Formation of sedimentary rock differentiated teaching resources. Questions relate to using the earth science reference tables page 6 scheme for igneous rocks, environment of. Describe the mode of formation of the sedimentary rocks b. Students must cut out the boxes and then place them in the right categories. Metamorphic rock is formed by heat and pressure from other rocks. Petrography of sedimentary rocks in the slick rock district. An igneous rock or a part of an igneous rock with a finegrained or aphanitic texture has crystals, but they are too small to recognized with the unaided eye. Therefore, most sedimentary rocks contain layers called strata singular, stratum. This quiz worksheet combo will test you about the different types of sedimentary rocks, how they form. Students learn about rocks and how to identify them betty d.
Check out this lesson from a classroom teacher who uses common sense education. Teacher answer key for the rocks and minerals station. Igneous rocks, sedimentary rocks and metamorphic rocks. To simplify the discussion we are severely reducing the number of igneous rocks you need to know to an essential few. Sediment and sedimentary rocks sedimentary rocks rivers, oceans, winds, and rain runoff all have the ability to carry the particles washed off of eroding rocks. There are both multiple choice and fillin questions. Give an account of sediment erosion and transport c. Petrography of sedimentary rocks in the slick rock. Marble,like that used to make the statue in figure 15, is a common contact metamorphic rock. Questions relate to using the earth science reference tables page 6 scheme for igneous rocks, environment of formation extrusive vs. In this types of rocks worksheet, learners answer questions about igneous rocks, metamorphic rocks and sedimentary rocks. The rock cycle any rock can become any type of rock depending upon certain conditions. Students will be able to define and describe how the three major types of rocks are formed. A natural levee forms when floods deposit sediments on the river bank.
Igneous rock can change into sedimentary rock or into metamorphic rock. Shawe abstract petrographic studies, largely thinsection examinations, of rocks from the chinle and morrison formations and adjacent strata in the slick rock district, supplement the stratigraphic. Students list what is made from rocks and explain what they think about why rocks look different. Teacher notes if your students have completed the plate tectonic units on volcanoes, they should be familiar with different volcanic environments. Rocks are aggregates of different minerals silicate minerals. Learn geology chapter 6 sedimentary rocks with free interactive flashcards. Its part of a huge library of lessons that span grades k12 and every school subject. Clastic sedimentary rocks such as breccia, conglomerate, sandstone and shale are formed from mechanical weathering debris from preexisting rocks.
Regional metamorphism during mountain building,large areas of rocks are subjected to extreme pressures and temperatures. All the rocks in the world are made up of chemicals called minerals. But even a small rock you find in your yard is pretty amazing. The rock has no layers, and crystal grains are not visible go to 12. Since new minerals are created during metamorphism, the end product metamorphic. As there is a close relation between rocks and landforms, rocks and soils, a geographer requires basic knowledge of rocks. Earth and they make up about 75% of all the earths exposed rocks. This worksheet has 26 earth science regents multiple choice and short answer questions about metamorphic rocks.
Ask students to observe the properties of the three rocks and minerals they have brought to class see appendix b. Igneous rocks and processes revised on 102011 page 3 of 10 reaction series contains all of the common ironforming ferromagnesian minerals. Read the information below carefully and answer the questions that follow on the back side of this paper. May 07, 2012 it breaks down the formation of sedimentary rocks highlighting the different processes involved. Choose from 500 different sets of geology chapter 6 sedimentary rocks flashcards on quizlet. Rocks and minerals worcester polytechnic institute. A petrologist studies rocks in all their aspects viz. Teacher guide including lesson plans, student readers, and. Sedimentary rocks are made in the presence of water, whose pieces or sediments are cemented together. The x axis is temperature in celsius and the y axis is kilometers below the surface. Igneous rock features worksheet for 7th 12th grade. Rocks and minerals unit this is a unit i designed for my primarily preschooler, but my older two kids 2nd, 4th grades will join in as well.
Sedimentary rock can change into metamorphic rock or into igneous rock. Sediments are produced by different forms of weathering such as glaciers, rain, snow, freezing, thawing, and plant growth. They give examples of each type of rock and they indicate how they are formed. Sedimentary rocks and their processes lakehead university. On the basis of their mode of formation, sedimentary rocks are classified as 1 mechanically formed or clastic rocks 2 originally formed rocks 3 chemically formed rocks 7. Rocks and minerals unit the science zonewhere everyones. These were developed from some frequently asked questions from middle and upper primary school students in response to handling a selection of rocks and minerals. Browse a multipage, printable resource of readytouse lessons and crosscurricular activities about geology. Have students put their note cards together to create an identification booklet. Questions relate to using the earth science reference tables page 7 scheme for metamorphic rock identification, texture foliated, mineral alignment, banding, nonfoliated, composition. Teacher gives students a worksheet to research the rock that was. It is hoped that the activities in this resource can be used to explore the. Sedimentary rocks form when these layers of sediment are pressed together until they harden into rock. Rocks are the physical record of past events in earths history.
Resources alaska department of natural resources, 2010, division of geological and geophysical surveys, alaska geologic materials center website, accessed may 27. Elements combine chemically to form minerals how does this fit into our understanding of what rocks are. After all, most rocks have been around for millions of years. Sep 19, 2011 one of the three major rock types, sedimentary rock is formed when sediments such as tiny fragments of rock including pebbles, gravel, sand, silt and clay are naturally glued together under great pressure. Unlike igneous and metamorphic rocks, sedimentary rock does not form at high temperatures and pressures.
Name date block the rock cycle the rock cycle is a group of changes. Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks the building blocks of landforms rocks we have now seen the relationship between elements and minerals. Here is a worksheet in which junior geologists determine where the igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks might be found on a diagram of rock layers in earth. Marble often forms when magma intrudes a limestone body. They show what they know through a series of five multiple choice. Depending on the way a rock has formed it will belong to one of these groups.
Physical weathering cycles of hot and cold temperatures make rocks expand and contract, and rain may freeze and expand in cracks in the rock. According to the information in the article, which of the following is not an example of a rock. Depending on how the rock formed, rocks can be igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic. Iii ncertnot to be republished national council of. Igneous rocks form when molten rock magma and lava cools and harden.
Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Sediment and sedimentary rocks sediment from sediments to sedimentary rocks transportation, deposition, preservation and lithification types of sedimentary rocks clastic, chemical and organic sedimentary structures bedding, crossbedding, graded bedding, mud cracks, ripple marks interpretation of sedimentary rocks. Three types of rocks sort sedimentary, igneous, metamorphic. The formation process explained formation of these rocks is one of the important parts of the rock cycle. This will lead us into discussions on magma, silicate minerals, and the construction of a useful illustration that may be used to both name an igneous rock and determine its mineral content. Rock cycle notes three types of rocks sedimentary igneous metamorphic sedimentary rocks sediment is produced through the process of weathering.
This reader emphasizes how all igneous rocks are formed and explores how the formation is related to igneous rock classification. Igneous rocks are formed by the solidification and cooling of magma in volcanic. Metamorphic rock can change into igneous or sedimentary rock. Closer to the source the grains will tend to be larger and more angular chemical sedimentary rocks are formed from the precipitation of minerals from solution, e. The three minerals at the bottom do not form by reaction with the firstformed crystals. Then students will complete 5 short answer questions. Sedimentary rocks clastic sedimentary rocks are formed from the mechanical break up of other rocks and are classified based on the particle size, e. For homework, ask students to bring in three rocks from home in preparation for this lesson. Mathscience nucleus 2001 1 sedimentary rocks teacher guide including lesson plans, student readers, and more information lesson 1 overview of sedimentary rocks lesson 2 classifying sedimentary rocks lesson 3 sand lab lesson 4 sedimentary rocks lab lesson 5 sandstones through time designed to be used as an electronic textbook. In practice, this means that the average dimension of the crystals is less than 1 millimeter.
Rocks formed from lava are extrusive, or volcanic rocks. Discuss the concept of rounding in sedimentary rocks d. Three different forces work together to break up rocks into smaller pieces. Can a sedimentary rock like limestone become a metamorphic rock like marble. Under high temperature and pressure, the sediment becomes compacted. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Sedimentary rock forms at or near the earths surface.
Sen sheet supports students with low literacy and g e t sheet extends students to write their own description of the process as they are only prompted with the key words. Sedimentary rocks are rocks that form at the earths surface and are composed of sediments. Rocks and minerals the ground we walk on, build on, and grow gardens on is made of rock. In this earth science printable, students are asked to complete statements, interpret diagrams, and sequence the steps of sedimentary rock formation. All rocks on the earths surface weather though some weather faster than others.
Worksheet on the properties and formation of sedimentary rocks, and in comparison to igneous rocks. This quizworksheet combo will test you about the different types of. Complete each row by drawing pictures and writing captions in the missing spaces. Igneous rocks and processes revised on 102011 page 5 of 10 finegrained or aphanitic. Have students fill in the chart on the classifying igneous rocks worksheet and answer the questions using their note cards for assistance. We established that igneous rocks do vary in both texture and composition, and that the two properties can be used to classify them. Ask students to write their names on the front of the notebook worksheet and to start a table of contents on the inside of the first page of the worksheet.
Metamorphic rocks printable 3rd 5th grade teachervision. These sheets require tracing, some matching, and some. It breaks down the formation of sedimentary rocks highlighting the different processes involved. Igneous rocks form as molten rock cools and solidifies general characteristics of magma. Do the layers look like ribbons or bands of minerals running through the rock. The next few slides will help us better understand just how sedimentary rock is formed. What size sediments would you expect them to be made of. Students match metamorphic rocks with igneous rocks from which they formed. This worksheet has 14 earth science regents questions about igneous rocks. All three categories of rocks, sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks become weathered. Such material, called detritus, consists of fragments of rocks and minerals. In the last lecture we looked at the nature and classification of igneous rocks. Metamorphic rocks metamorphic rocks are rocks from sedimentary and igneous origin that have been changed through high pressures and temperatures during orogenesis mountain building or during igneous intrusion contact metamorphism metamorphic rocks cont.
Use this printable to wrap up your unit on rocks by challenging your students to show what they know about rocks. Formation of sedimentary rock differentiated teaching. Igneous rock features worksheet for 7th 12th grade lesson. Plagioclase makes up the continuous reaction series. Oct 18, 2016 worksheet on the properties and formation of sedimentary rocks, and in comparison to igneous rocks. This is a good way to build background knowledge or check for understanding of this topic. Large rocks are broken down very gradually and the smaller pieces are transported by wind, water, and ice. Teacher will bring a variety of beautiful colorful rocks.
When the energy of the transporting current is not strong enough to carry these particles, the. Three types of rocks sort sedimentary, igneous, metamorphic a sort activity using the three types of rocks, sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic. One of the three major rock types, sedimentary rock is formed when sediments such as tiny fragments of rock including pebbles, gravel, sand, silt and clay are naturally glued together under great pressure. The breakdown products are deposited to form sedimentary rocks. In this igneous rock instructional activity, students will use clay to make a model of igneous rock structures. For millions of years, the process of deposition and formation. Petrography the branch of geology dealing with the description and systematic classification of rocks, especially by microscopic examination of thin sections. Parent material of igneous rocks forms from partial melting of rocks magma at surface is called lava general characteristics of magma general characteristics of magma.
Learn about the titanic with printable worksheets and coloring pages. They break down by weathering and the breakdown products are transported by erosion. For each clue, students will circle the correct word from the multiplechoice options. Igneous rock forms when magma cools and makes crystals.