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The document discusses different types of rocks and their properties. It provides examples of rocks like granite, clay, and gems and objects they can be used to make like countertops, pottery, and jewelry. It also includes a word search puzzle with rock-related terms.

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Uses and Types of Rocks Worksheet

The document discusses different types of rocks and their properties. It provides examples of rocks like granite, clay, and gems and objects they can be used to make like countertops, pottery, and jewelry. It also includes a word search puzzle with rock-related terms.

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Rocks

Name: Class: Date:

Consolidation Worksheet 1
What Are Rocks? / What Are Some Types
of Rocks? / How Can We Use Rocks ?
1. Match the kind of rock to the things they are used to make
or build.
Rocks Things made of rock

Slate Ring

Marble Statue

Amethyst Brick

Clay Spear point

© 2012 Alston Publishing House Pte Ltd Science SMART Teacher’s Guide Grade 2 175
2. Some rocks are shown below. For each rock, fill in the
blanks with:
i. the name of the rock,
ii. an object it can be used to make,
iii. the property that makes it suitable for making this object.

i. Rock: G a i e
ii. Used to make:
a.
C u t to
iii. Property: W a t p of

i. Rock: C y
ii. Used to make: o er
b.
iii. Property: o t

i. Rock: G m t n s
ii. Used to make:
c.
e e er
iii. Property: S i y

i. Rock: l t
d. ii. Used to make: o f
iii. Property: D r b e

176 Additional Teacher’s Resources © 2012 Alston Publishing House Pte Ltd
Rocks

Name: Class: Date:

Fun and Dig for the Words!


Games
The words in the box are buried in the letter grid below.
Dig out the words and circle them!

clay gravel sand speckled


concrete marble slate tough
gems polished soil weathering
granite

Q Y L I R J X V U L W L T U
J U R X S P S L A T E O O U
I F G M A R B L E U A U U R
H G R A N I T E Q B T B G F
S T R I M U Y Y E D H X H P
U Q W S Y O H W B O E Q D O
Q B G E M S O I L N R C Z L
O B U L B P P V H T I T L I
T V K T A E C T J M N I F S
U F C O N C R E T E G Q C H
H Q I Q M K C A L A A L L E
G R A V E L U Y Q R U D A D
D I E Z H E B K R N E T Y I
R S A N D D R H R L M T R G

© 2012 Alston Publishing House Pte Ltd Science SMART Teacher’s Guide Grade 2 177
178
Rocks
2. Some rocks are shown below. For each rock, fill in the
Name: Class: Date:
blanks with:
Consolidation Worksheet i. the name of the rock,
1 ii. an object it can be used to make,
iii. the property that makes it suitable for making this object.
What Are Rocks? / What Are Some Types
of Rocks? / How Can We Use Rocks ?
i. Rock: G r a n i t e
1. Match the kind of rock to the things they are used to make ii. Used to make:

Additional Teacher’s Resources


or build. a.
C o u n t e r to p
Rocks Things made of rock iii. Property: W a t e r p r o o f

i. Rock: C l a y
ii. Used to make: P o t t e r y
b.
iii. Property: S o f t
Slate Ring

i. Rock: G e m s t o n e s
ii. Used to make:
c. J e w e l l er y
iii. Property: S h i n y
Marble Statue
i. Rock: S l a t e
d. ii. Used to make: R o o f
iii. Property: D u r a b l e

Amethyst Brick

Clay Spear point

© 2012 Alston Publishing House Pte Ltd


Rocks

Name: Class: Date:

Fun and Dig for the Words!


Games
The words in the box are buried in the letter grid below.
Dig out the words and circle them!

© 2012 Alston Publishing House Pte Ltd


clay gravel sand speckled
concrete marble slate tough
gems polished soil weathering
granite

Q Y L I R J X V U L W L T U
J U R X S P S L A T E O O U
I F G M A R B L E U A U U R
H G R A N I T E Q B T B G F
S T R I M U Y Y E D H X H P
U Q W S Y O H W B O E Q D O
Q B G E M S O I L N R C Z L
O B U L B P P V H T I T L I
T V K T A E C T J M N I F S
U F C O N C R E T E G Q C H
H Q I Q M K C A L A A L L E
G R A V E L U Y Q R U D A D
D I E Z H E B K R N E T Y I

Science SMART Teacher’s Guide Grade 2


R S A N D D R H R L M T R G

179
Glossary
Chapter 3:
Rocks

Concrete A hard, strong material made by mixing cement, sand, and broken
rocks with water, normally used for building

Gemstone A precious or semi-precious stone that can be used in jewellery when it


is cut and polished

Granite A very hard type of rock that is used in buildings and monuments

Gravel Small pieces of stones and pebbles

Hard-wearing Lasting for a long time

Marble A kind of stone that is often polished and used in buildings and statues
Chapter 3

Polish To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it

Slate A type of hard rock that splits easily into thin layers

Speckled Covered with many small marks or spots

Weathering The breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by the forces of nature
such as wind and water

180 Glossary © 2012 Alston Publishing House Pte Ltd

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Slate is a type of hard rock that splits easily into thin layers, making it suitable for roofing and flooring due to its durability and ease of formation into tiles. In contrast, clay is used for making bricks, benefiting from its ability to be molded and hardened, providing robust structural components. Both materials serve different functions due to their unique properties: slate's splitting ability and clay's malleability .

Slate is an appropriate material for roofing and flooring due to its ability to split easily into thin, durable layers. This property allows it to form tiles that are both waterproof and long-lasting, making it ideal for these specific applications where strength and resistance to weather conditions are paramount .

Polishing plays a crucial role in the use of gemstones in jewelry by making them smooth and shiny, which enhances their aesthetic appeal and value. By rubbing gemstones, polishers improve their appearance and ensure they catch light effectively, which is essential in jewelry crafting .

The characteristics of amethyst that make it suitable for rings and other jewelry include its appealing color and ability to be cut and polished into various shapes. These properties enhance its visual appeal, making it a popular choice for decorative jewelry .

Granite is suitable for use in construction, particularly for monuments and buildings, because it is a very hard type of rock. Its hardness makes it resistant to wear and tear, ensuring longevity and durability in construction projects .

The property of 'hard-wearing' is advantageous for construction materials because it indicates that the material can last for a long time without significant degradation. This property ensures that structures remain safe and functional over extended periods, reducing maintenance costs and structural failures .

Concrete is formed by mixing cement, sand, and broken rocks with water. This combination hardens to create a strong and durable material, making it ideal for use in building construction where robustness and longevity are required .

Weathering contributes to the geological transformation of rocks by breaking them down into smaller pieces through natural forces such as wind and water. This process gradually alters the rock's surface, leading to significant changes in landscape over geological time .

Marble is ideal for creating statues and buildings due to its property of being a kind of stone that can be polished to a smooth and shiny finish. This aesthetic quality makes it highly desirable for decorative purposes in architecture and sculpture .

Gravel is considered suitable for construction and landscaping because it consists of small pieces of stones and pebbles that provide excellent drainage and stability for foundation work. Its rough texture makes it ideal for use in roadbeds and as a base layer in landscaping .

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