Rock Types Quiz

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.

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

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

• Acceleration

• Friction

• Pressure

• Centrifugal force

Compaction and cementation are two common processes associated with:

• Extrusive igneous rocks

• Intrusive igneous rocks

• Sedimentary rocks

• Metamorphic rocks

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Place the following events in sequence: A) Igneous rocks are formed; B) A volcano erupts; C) Lava begins cooling and hardening

• A, B, C

• B, A, C

• B, C ,A

• C, A, B

What process is used to form metamorphic rocks?

• Lava cools and hardens to form a rock.

• Bits of sand gravel form layers that turn into rock from pressure.

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

What are the 3 major types of rocks?

• Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary
• Metamorphic, Igneous, Cementation
• Brown, Red, Gray
• Streak, Hardness, Breakage

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4