Mineralogy and Petrology MCQs Questions & Answers

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Learn and practice multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers related to Mineralogy and Petrology. These resources are available for Geological engineering students who wish to clear GATE exams, technical interviews, competitive examinations, and other entrance exams. The Mineralogy and Petrology chapter is particularly important for students studying Geological engineering. Page-6 section-1

Which mineral can be identified by its salty taste?

A) Halite B) Gypsum C) Calcite D) Pyrite

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Answer: Option A

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What is the structure of graphite?

A) Cubic B) Layered C) Hexagonal D) Massive

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Which rock is composed mainly of calcium carbonate?

A) Granite B) Shale C) Limestone D) Gabbro

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Answer: Option C

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What is the composition of peridotite?

A) Quartz and feldspar B) Pyroxene and olivine C) Calcite and dolomite D) Biotite and muscovite

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Answer: Option B

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Which mineral has a fibrous habit and was widely used for insulation?

A) Talc B) Olivine C) Asbestos D) Fluorite

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Which mineral is known for its strong reaction to magnetism?

A) Hematite B) Magnetite C) Galena D) Feldspar

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Which sedimentary rock is composed of rounded gravel-sized particles?

A) Shale B) Breccia C) Conglomerate D) Limestone

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Answer: Option C

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Which process leads to the formation of metamorphic rocks?

A) Lithification B) Melting C) Solidification D) Recrystallization

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What is the term for minerals that break along smooth, flat surfaces?

A) Fracture B) Luster C) Hardness D) Cleavage

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Answer: Option D

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Which of the following is an example of a volcanic glass?

A) Obsidian B) Basalt C) Granite D) Rhyolite

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