Resource Type
Web Link
Region
Arctic
Grade
All Aged
Topic
Earth Science
Earth Formation and Evolution
Rocks and minerals make up the earth around us. But what exactly are rocks and minerals? What is the difference between them? How do they form? Where are they found?
This article provides content knowledge about minerals, the three types of rocks, the rock cycle, and polar geology as well as online resources for further learning and connections to the National Science Education Standards.
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