Name
Date
My Rock
STUDENT RESOURCE 2.3
ACTIVITY SHEET
1
Where was it found?
2
What color is it?
3
How many different minerals can you see? Name any that
you recognize.
4
Describe the rock’s texture by answering three questions.
What size are its mineral grains?
How are the grains arranged? Are there any layers?
Is the rock solid, or do pieces come off when rubbed?
5
Describe anything else you notice about your rock.
6
Draw your rock on the back of this sheet.
ROCKS, EROSION, AND WEATHERING • SECTION 2 ROCKS