3 Types of Rocks

Front

What type of rock forms from molten magma under the surface?

Back

Intrusive Igneous

Front

What process is used to form sedimentary rocks?

Back

Weathering, Erosion, Deposition, Compaction, Cementation

Front

Large rocks can be broken down into smaller rocks by wind and water. These small rocks can break down into very tiny pieces called _______.

Back

sediments

Front

Which type of rock is formed when heat or pressure changes it?

Back

metamorphic

Front

Which type of rock is made when magma cools?

Back

igneous

Front

What are the three main types of rocks?

Back

Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic

Front

What is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces called?

Back

Weathering

Front

What is the term for the accumulation of sediments over time?

Back

Deposition

Front

What type of rock forms from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava?

Back

Igneous

Front

What is the process called when sediments are pressed together to form sedimentary rocks?

Back

Compaction