Week 2: Minerals and Rocks

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TASK 1: Mineral Identification!

This activity will teach students to identify samples using physical properties of each mineral in the
sample. This is accomplished through observation and testing of the samples involved.
Objective:
 To perform a simple mineral identification test.
Materials:
Plate, Drinking glass, Mug, Kitchen knife, Fork, Spoon, Vinegar, Dropper, Penny or coin.
Procedures:
1. Test the following samples: Plate, Drinking glass, Mug, Kitchen knife, Fork, and Spoon with mineral
identification test.
2. Record the color, texture, and luster (metallic, glassy, waxy, silky, and chalky).
3. Test the magnetic property of the samples using magnetic bar.
4. For chemical test, add 5 drops of vinegar to each sample and take note whether there is any chemical
reaction.
5. For the hardness test, use the following in the table:

Hardness Scratch with

2 Finger nail
4 Penny or coin
5 Steel knife blade
6 Glass

Answer Sheet: Complete the table below for your observations.

Sample Color Texture Luster Magnetic Chemical Hardness

TASK 2: Model Making!
People use petroleum products for energy and as a source materials for petrochemicals. This activity is
a simulation of oil and gas reservoir. It helps the students understand the different factors that petroleum
geologists consider when drilling for oil.
Objective:
To demonstrate a model of oil and gas reservoir.
Materials:
Soda or cola bottle with screw cap, oil and protractor.
Procedures:
1. Construct a model of oil and gas reservoir by pouring water in an empty cola or soda bottle until it is half
full.
2. Add corn oil until the bottle is three-quarters full.
3. Cap the bottle.
4. Inside the bottle are water, oil, and air which represent water, crude oil, and natural gas.
5. Slowly turn the bottle upside down so that no bubbles will form. Draw a diagram showing the different
layers and label this as Diagram 1.
6. Tilt the bottle at a 45 degree angle and hold it there. Draw a diagram of the layers as viewed from the
side of the bottle. Label this as Diagram 2.
7. Tilt the bottle at 10 degree angle and draw the layers again. Label this as Diagram 3.

Answer Sheet

Diagram 1 Diagram 2 Diagram 3

Supplementary Questions:
How does the surface area covered by the oil change with the angle of the oil reservoir?
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PERFORMANCE TASK: ROCK CYCLE!

 The students will be drawing and labeling the Rock Cycle presenting the relationships of the different
types of rocks and the processes that happened during the formation of rocks.
Consider this URL below for your references:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkHp_nnU9DY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8a7p1NFn64s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32NG9aeZ7_c
Criteria: Content= 10; Organization of thoughts= 5; Relationships= 5; Accuracy= 5.