T3 L3 DOK1 Mult Choice Flashcard

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How does granite form?

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Granite forms when magma cools slowly underground.

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What provides energy for igneous and metamorphic rock formation?

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Heat from Earth’s interior provides energy for igneous and metamorphic rock formation.

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What do geologists look at to describe rocks?

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Geologists look at color, mineral composition, and texture to describe rocks.

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What do geologists use to classify rocks?

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Geologists classify rocks based on mineral composition, color, and texture.

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What is the most common extrusive igneous rock?

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The most common extrusive igneous rock is basalt.

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What is magma?

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Magma is molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive rocks?

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Intrusive rocks form from magma that cools slowly underground, while extrusive rocks form from lava that cools quickly on the surface.

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What is mineral composition?

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Mineral composition refers to the specific minerals that make up a rock.

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What is texture in geology?

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Texture refers to the size, shape, and arrangement of the minerals in a rock.

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What is an example of an intrusive igneous rock?

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An example of an intrusive igneous rock is granite.