Ch.2 Minerals & Rocks

Front

An igneous rock that is formed from lava is called a(n) ____________ rock.

Back

extrusive

Front

When all the grains in a rock are large and easy to see, the rock is described as _____________.

Back

coarse grained

Front

The sedimentary rock called ____________ is used in making cement.

Back

limestone

Front

The process by which sediment settles out of the water or wind carrying it is called _____________.

Back

deposition

Front

A sedimentary rock made up of rock fragments with rounded edges is called _____________.

Back

conglomerate

Front

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

Back

Igneous rock

Front

What is the term for the process that turns sediment into sedimentary rock?

Back

Lithification

Front

What type of rock is formed from the accumulation of mineral and organic particles?

Back

Sedimentary rock

Front

What is the term for the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces?

Back

Weathering

Front

What type of rock is formed under high pressure and temperature from existing rocks?

Back

Metamorphic rock