8 Questions
What type of rock is extrusive?
Igneous
How does extrusive igneous rock form?
By rapid cooling on the Earth's surface
Which process forms extrusive igneous rocks?
Solidification of magma on the Earth's surface
What characteristic best describes extrusive igneous rocks?
Fine-grained texture
What is the texture of extrusive igneous rocks?
Fine-grained
Which of the following volcanic rocks is an example of an extrusive igneous rock?
Basalt
What is the intrusive equivalent of an extrusive igneous rock formed from the same magma?
Granite
Which of the following cooling environments is most likely to produce an extrusive igneous rock?
At or near the Earth's surface
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