1.2 Watch out for concrete

Having learned about the three different types of rocks, complete the activity below.

Activity 1.1 Concrete

Allow about 2 minutes

Concrete is a building material that has been used since pre-Roman times. It is a mixture of sand and gravel held in a matrix of cement. Sound familiar? It should do, but which type of naturally occurring rock does concrete resemble?

 

Discussion

Some concrete really can look like a rock, so be careful when you go out and find your own rocks to identify later in the course.