Ordinary level 2026 South West mock geology 2
Ordinary level 2026 South West mock geology 2
b) Study the crystal model and answer questions 7b (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv).
[Refer to Figure 2 showing crystal models Q, R, and S]
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i) Identify the forms displayed by Q and S in fig. 2 respectively
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ii) Name ONE mineral represented by S above. ___________________________ (1 mark)
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iii) Identify the physical properties represented by X and Y respectively.
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iv) Insert one plane of symmetry on the model Q __________________________ (1 mark)
c. Describe Shale and Slate under the following:
| Rock type | i) Texture | ii) Environment of formation | Mark |
| Shale | (1 mark) | ||
| Slate | (1 mark) |
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iii) What is the relationship between shale and slate?
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iv) Name TWO minerals found in the rock shale
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v) Give TWO diagnostic properties of ONE of the minerals stated above.
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(Total = 20 marks)
END.
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