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Lesson 5 of 84 · Earth Systems
ExperimentRocks and Minerals
What You'll Learn
Minerals are found in rocks. Some minerals are shiny, some are dull, some are colorful.
Key Words
- cloud
- rain
Materials Needed
- food coloring
- clear container
- rocks
- sand
- clay
Safety First
- Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.
- Handle glass items carefully to avoid breakage.
- Do not mix unknown chemicals together.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Talk about what you already know about Earth Systems.
Step 2 — Do
Sort rocks by color, size, and texture. Record how many are in each group.
Step 3 — Observe
Compare what happened to what you predicted.
Step 4 — Record
Tell the class one thing you learned today.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3What is soil made of?