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WorksheetsTypes of Rocks (Quiz 1.6)
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Rocks can change throughout many different processes through the rock cycle. Which of the following does not contribute in the changes of rocks?
compaction
deposition
melting
weathering
The processes involved in the rock cycle include all of the following EXCEPT:
compaction
condensation
erosion
weathering
How does extrusive igneous rock differ from intrusive igneous rock?
I. Extrusive igneous rock cools quickly and fine-grained in texture while intrusive igneous rock cools slowly and coarse-grained in texture.
II. Extrusive igneous rock cools slowly and coarse-grained in texture while intrusive igneous rock cools quickly and fine-grained in texture.
I
II
I and II
none of the above
All of the following conditions in Earth can cause metamorphic rocks to form EXCEPT:
exposure to air
heat
pressure
the presence of hot, watery fluids
How does sedimentary rock form?
formed because of changes in temperature and pressure, or the presence of hot watery fluids
formed from foliated igneous rock
formed from magma
formed when loose materials become pressed or cemented together or when minerals form from solutions
There are different types of rocks. What type of sedimentary rock is formed from broken fragments of pre-existing minerals and rocks?
chemical rocks
clastic rocks
inorganic rocks
organic rocks
Which type of metamorphic rock occurs when liquid rock comes into contact with other rocks?
allied metamorphism
contact metamorphism
contract metamorphism
regional metamorphism
Which statement about rock is TRUE?
A rock is always made of molten material.
A rock is always a mixture of minerals, organic matter, volcanic glass, or other materials.
A rock is always formed by heat and pressure.
A rock is always either igneous or sedimentary.
What metamorphic rocks comes from hard sandstone?
marble
schist
slate
quartzite
What sedimentary rock formed from the mixture of smooth round stones and pebbles?
arkose
chert
conglomerate
shale
