Types of Rocks BrainPOP

What type of rock is this?

• Sedimentary

• Igneous

• Metamorphic

• Sand

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

How do extrusive igneous rocks differ from intrusive igneous rocks?

• Extrusive rocks are larger in size.

• Intrusive rocks break down quicker.

• Extrusive rocks are arranged in layers.

• Intrusive rocks have larger crystals.

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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

• Acceleration

• Friction

• Pressure

• Centrifugal force

In the phrase, "Sedimentary rocks are aggregated from bits of rock, plant, and animal remains," what is the best synonym for "aggregated?"

• Constituted

• Confused

• Contained

• Constrained

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.

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

• A,B,C

• B,A,C

• B,C,A

• C,A,B

Sedimentary rocks often form horizontal strata. What are strata?

• Crystals

• Layers

• Mineral grains

• Pieces of older rocks

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

If you found a rock with long, flat mineral grains, what type of rock would it probably be?

• An extrusive igneous rock.

• An intrusive igneous rock.

• A sedimentary rock.

• A metamorphic rock.

Metamorphic rocks undergo metamorphosis. What is another example of metamorphosis?

• A candle burning.

• A caterpillar turning into a butterfly.

• A volcano erupting.

• A five-story building being constructed.