Outlines the difference between a rock and a mineral. Provides details of the three main rock types; igenous, metamorphic and sedimentary. Includes teachers’ notes.
This guide provides two different tools that can be used in the identification of rocks using their physical features. Educational Value Statement Use an identification key to identify different types of rocks Use an identification chart to identify different types of rocks Examine and understand the ...
This worksheet explains that rocks are made up of minerals and explains the different physical properties that can be used to identify different minerals. Students can test their knowledge of rocks and minerals by answering the questions provided on the last page. Educational Value Statement ...
This word search requires students to locate the names of rocks and minerals found in Australia within the word search. Educational value statement Students reinforce their knowledge of the names of common rocks and minerals Can be downloaded as a PDF file Key learning objectives Students can ...
This fact sheet provides a concise explanation of the rock cycle accompanied by a diagram that illustrates the different processes that take place in the rock cycle. Educational Value Statement Defines what the rock cycle is Explains how rocks are constantly changing and moving Illustrates how ...
The Tasmanian Minerals Council is acknowledged as the provider of this resource. The ‘Finding Minerals’ booklet is designed for use from Kindergarten to Year 4 to assist student literacy and understanding of the minerals industry. In this pictorial reader, the places minerals are found and ...
Minerals can be identified based on their physical properties. The main properties used to identify minerals are described in this activity, and students are then asked to identify the ten common ore minerals. NB Activity works best if students are provided with samples of chalcopyrite, pyrite, ...