Worksheet on Rocks and Minerals Class 2

Beneath our feet lies a treasure chest of sparkling crystals and ancient stones! Students become rock detectives, examining smooth river pebbles, glittering quartz, and colorful gemstones that formed over millions of years. This class 2 rocks and minerals worksheet provides hands-on exploration revealing how volcanoes create obsidian and how pressure transforms coal into diamonds. These geological wonders tell Earth's incredible history through their colors, textures, and formation stories. Download rocks and minerals worksheet Grade 2 pdf to uncover the secrets hidden in every stone.

1. Select the odd one out.

a)
b)
c)
d)

Answer: c) Coal is a soft rock whereas the rest are hard rocks.

2. Alexis is trying to classify rocks based on their similarities. Help her by placing the rock shown in the picture in the appropriate group.

a) Talc, slate
b) Granite, pumice
c) Marble, slate
d) Sandstone, limestone

Answer: b) Obsidian is an igneous rock similar to granite and pumice.

3. Which of the following minerals is used to make the object shown in the picture?

a) Silica
b) Coal
c) Talc
d) China clay

Answer: a) Silica is used to make glass windows and other objects.

4. Match the following.

a) 1:A, 2:C, 3:B
b) 1:C, 2:A, 3:B
c) 1:A, 2:B, 3:C
d) 1:B, 2:C, 3:A

Answer: d)
Igneous rocks: Formed from the cooling of lava
Sedimentary rocks: Formed through the cementation of sediment particles
Metamorphic rocks: Formed when existing rocks undergo high heat and pressure

5. Julie’s mom got a necklace made of a shiny expensive mineral shown in the picture. Identify the mineral.

a) Quartz
b) Diamond
c) Silica
d) Graphite

Answer: b) Diamonds are a popular choice for making jewellery due to their appeal and high value.