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How are igneous rocks formed?
How are igneous rocks formed?
- Through the crystallization of molten magma or lava (correct)
- From the weathering and erosion of sedimentary rocks
- By the intense heat and pressure of metamorphic rocks
- By the transformation of other igneous rocks
What can metamorphic rocks be transformed into?
What can metamorphic rocks be transformed into?
- Other metamorphic rocks
- Igneous rocks (correct)
- Magma
- Sedimentary rocks
How can sedimentary rocks be transformed into magma?
How can sedimentary rocks be transformed into magma?
- Through weathering and erosion
- Through crystallization as igneous rocks
- By the weight of the rock itself (correct)
- By the intense heat and pressure of metamorphic rocks
How do chemical sedimentary rocks form?
How do chemical sedimentary rocks form?
Where are stalactites, a type of chemical sedimentary structure, usually found?
Where are stalactites, a type of chemical sedimentary structure, usually found?
What can happen to igneous rocks through subduction and uplifting processes?
What can happen to igneous rocks through subduction and uplifting processes?
What is the process that involves the infiltration of chemical sediments to act as glue?
What is the process that involves the infiltration of chemical sediments to act as glue?
Which type of sedimentary rock contains pieces and particles from what was once living matter?
Which type of sedimentary rock contains pieces and particles from what was once living matter?
What is the first step in the formation of sedimentary rock?
What is the first step in the formation of sedimentary rock?
What is the main difference between contact metamorphism and regional metamorphism?
What is the main difference between contact metamorphism and regional metamorphism?
What happens to crystal grains during metamorphic rock formation?
What happens to crystal grains during metamorphic rock formation?
What is the defining characteristic of foliated metamorphic rocks?
What is the defining characteristic of foliated metamorphic rocks?
How can a metamorphic rock become an igneous rock?
How can a metamorphic rock become an igneous rock?
What geological process can lead to extreme accumulations of sediments and subsequent metamorphism?
What geological process can lead to extreme accumulations of sediments and subsequent metamorphism?
What is the result when igneous rocks are weathered and eroded by rain?
What is the result when igneous rocks are weathered and eroded by rain?
