Metamorphic and Igneous Rocks Concepts

What are rocks made of?

• Solid chunks of one or more minerals.

• Tiny particles of sand.

• Only one type of mineral.

• Water and heat.

Who are the experts that study rocks?

• Biologists

• Geologists

• Zoologists

• Botanists

What are the small particles that make up sedimentary rocks called?

• Minerals

• Crystals

• Sediments

• Pebbles

How are metamorphic rocks formed?

• By water and cold temperatures.

• By a lot of heat or pressure.

• By collecting tiny particles.

• By being melted into liquid.

What are the large pieces that make up the Earth's outer shell called?

• Continents

• Islands

• Tectonic plates

• Mountains

What two things can change rocks into metamorphic rocks?

• Wind and water

• Heat and pressure

• Light and sound

• Plants and animals

How are igneous rocks formed?

• When molten rock cools

• When sand piles up

• When rocks break apart

• When water freezes

What are the three main types of rocks?

• Hard, soft, and smooth

• Big, medium, and small

• Sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous

• Red, blue, and green