Unit 3- Rocks & Minerals Test Review

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What is an Intrusive Igneous Rock?

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A type of rock formed when magma cools slowly inside the Earth, resulting in large crystals.

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What are the two main types of metamorphic rocks?

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Foliated and nonfoliated; foliated rocks have visible bands/layers, while nonfoliated rocks do not.

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What does clastic mean in geology?

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Clastic refers to rocks that are composed of compacted sediment.

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Which minerals can scratch apatite?

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Diamond, topaz, and quartz can all scratch apatite.

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What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks?

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Intrusive rocks form inside the Earth, while extrusive rocks form on the Earth's surface.

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What is a sedimentary rock?

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A type of rock formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediment.

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What is the process of metamorphism?

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The process by which existing rocks are transformed into metamorphic rocks due to heat, pressure, and chemical processes.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The continuous process of rock formation and transformation, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What is a mineral?

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A naturally occurring inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure.

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What is the Mohs scale?

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A scale used to measure the hardness of minerals, ranging from 1 (talc) to 10 (diamond).