Outlines the difference between a rock and a mineral. Provides details of the three main rock types; igenous, metamorphic and sedimentary. Includes teachers’ notes.   Australian Curriculum content statements Science: ACSSU153 (8); ACSSU075 (4)

Students undertake a number of baking activities which demonstrate how igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks are formed. This resource is from our Science Rocks publication. To view Science Rocks, click here.   Australian Curriculum content statements Science: ACSSU153 (8) 

Sapphire is coloured depending on the trace amounts of other elements such as iron, titanium or chromium. In this fact sheet some fast facts on this precious stone are provided.   Australian Curriculum content statements Science: ACSSU153 (8)

This fact sheet outlines the processes involved in the formation of sedimentary rocks which are accompanied by diagrams illustrating each step. Educational value statement Defines what sedimentary rocks are Explains how sedimentary rocks are formed Provides examples of the different types of sedimentary rocks Provides questions that can…

In this activity students assume the role of an environmental scientist in planning the reshaping of a steep waste rock dump or spoil pile into a gradual slope using a scale model. They then take on the role of a bulldozer driver in carrying out these plans.  …

This fact sheet contains the details of significant mineral mines operating within Queensland including the mineral mined at each location and the where the mines are situated. Educational value statement Lists locations of mineral mines in Queensland Can be downloaded as a PDF file   Key learning objectives…

Silver is used in electronic and electrical components, mirrors, electroplate, batteries, medicine and glassmaking. In this fact sheet some fast facts on this resource are provided.   Australian Curriculum content statements Science: ACSSU153 (8)

In this experiment students carry out an investigation similar to what is conducted within industrial laboratories. Information and directions are provided for the experiment which investigates the recovery of copper metal from ore using solvent extraction. It includes background information on the industrial process and chemistry involved, as…

QER is acknowledged for providing assistance with this resource. In this flow chart the process of extracting oil from oil shale is explained. Australian Curriculum Content Statements Science: ACSSU032 (2); ACSSU116 (7); ACSHE121 (7); ACSSU153 (8); ACSHE226 (8); ACSHE136 (8)

The South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy is acknowledged as the provider of this resource. Uranium is a relatively common metal, found in rocks and seawater. Uranium ore is recovered by excavation or by insitu leaching techniques. Excavation may be underground or open pit mining. In this…