Exploring the Different Types of Rocks

What are the three major types of rocks discussed in the video?

• Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic

• Basalt, Granite, Marble

• Slate, Pumice, Sandstone

• Coal, Quartz, Obsidian

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

From what Latin word is 'Igneous' derived, and what does it mean?

• Ignite, meaning to burn

• Infernis, meaning inferno

• Igneus, meaning solid

• Ignis, meaning fire

Which type of Igneous rock forms when magma solidifies inside the Earth's surface?

• Intrusive

• Extrusive

• Metamorphic

• Sedimentary

What is the difference between Intrusive and Extrusive Igneous rocks?

• Intrusive are always volcanic, Extrusive are not

• Intrusive are darker, Extrusive are lighter

• Intrusive are softer, Extrusive are harder

• Intrusive form inside the Earth, Extrusive form outside

Which rock type is formed from sediments?

• Igneous Rocks

• Metamorphic Rocks

• Sedimentary Rocks

• Basalt Rocks

What are examples of Sedimentary rocks mentioned in the video?

• Sandstone and Coal

• Granite and Basalt

• Pumice and Obsidian

• Slate and Marble

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

What process transforms Igneous and Sedimentary rocks into Metamorphic rocks?

• Sedimentation

• Crystallization

• Metamorphism

• Condensation

Which of the following is NOT an example of a Metamorphic rock?

• Slate

• Marble

• Granite

• Quartzite

What percentage of the Earth's crust is made up of Igneous rocks?

• About 50%

• About 75%

• About 95%

• About 25%

What type of rock is the Taj Mahal primarily made from?

• Sandstone

• Granite

• Marble

• Limestone