Rockin' Rock and Mineral Poster
by Hallie Vandeven
Rock vs Mineral
Rocks and Minerals are different. Rocks are solid materials that are not human made but make up earths surface and other things. Minerals are not man made, they are solid, and are made up of chemicals. They both make up a lot of things we use everyday. 4 Characteristics of minerals-
- Naturally made
- Is a solid
- Made up of chemicals
- Structured as a crystal
3 Characteristics of rocks-
- Is a solid
- Made up of 1 or more minerals
- Formed from nature
Rocks and minerals in Daily Life
We use rocks and minerals in daily life all the time. There is so much that is made up of minerals or rocks. Just think about everything you uses. Computers, phones, pencils, paper, walls, clothes, television, and more are all examples of what we uses normally on a daily basses. Without rocks and minerals a lot of things in life would not be possible. It's crazy to think about how life would be without them.
Different types of Rocks
Igneous Rocks
Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling of lava. Granite is an example of this rock.
Sedimentary Rocks
Sedimentary Rocks are made when the Earth's surface is broken up. The rocks combine to form bigger rocks. Examples of these rocks are sandstone and limestone.
Metamorphic Rocks
Metamorphic rocks are made from heat and pressure as they change forms. Examples of these are marble and slate.
Different Types of Minerals
Minerals
Aluminum- Most common mineral. Used for many things like cars, trains, buildings, and electronics.
Beryllium- Used to make lights and air crafts
Clay- Used in floors, brick, walls, and other things.
Copper- Transportation, buildings, electronics, and roofing are all different ways copper is used.
Gold- Jewelry and arts, very popular to use in other things too.
Lead- Tv's and other electronics. Some people think it's in pencils but that is wrong.
Lithium- Glass, batteries, and ceramics commonly have lithium in them.