Types of rocks

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What type of rock is this? Options: Sedimentary, Igneous, Metamorphic, Sand

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Sedimentary

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How do extrusive igneous rocks differ from intrusive igneous rocks?

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Intrusive rocks have larger crystals.

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In which location would you most likely find an igneous rock?

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Which force plays a major role in the formation of metamorphic rock?

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Pressure

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Compaction and cementation are two common processes associated with:

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Sedimentary rocks

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Which of the following is a TRUE statement? Magma is called lava after it emerges from the ground, Lava cools off to form magma, Magma and lava form sedimentary rocks, Magma and lava are two types of metamorphic rock

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Magma is called lava after it emerges from the ground

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Place the following events in sequence: A) Mineral grains are formed; B) A volcano erupts; C) Lava begins cooling

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B, C, A

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Sedimentary rocks often form horizontal strata. What are strata?

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Layers

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What process is used to form metamorphic rocks?

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Extreme heat and pressure from inside the Earth turns rocks into new rocks.

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What are the three types of Rocks? Options: Sedimentary, Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary, Igneous, Marble, Sandstone, Lava, Metamorphisis, Sediment, Lava, Heat and Pressure

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Sedimentary, Igneous, Metamorphic