Rocks & Minerals is studied as part of "Geomorphology" (Physical Geography) in Geography. Geomorphology studies the Earth's interior, rocks and the landforms created by internal and external forces — the base for understanding plateaus, mountains and earthquakes.

In the examination context, rocks & minerals carries conceptual questions that test both factual recall and analytical understanding. Revise this topic in sequence with the rest of the chapter so that chronological and thematic links are clear.