Geology: Rocks and Their Types
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What is the term for rock formed when molten rock solidifies?

  • Metamorphic rock
  • Clastic sedimentary rock
  • Bioclastic sedimentary rock
  • Igneous rock (correct)
  • Which term describes the breakdown of rock into smaller pieces?

  • Precipitation
  • Weathering (correct)
  • Texture
  • Foliation
  • What is the term for the arrangement of minerals in a rock, describing their size and shape?

  • Metamorphic grade
  • Magma
  • Carbonate rock
  • Texture (correct)
  • Which type of rock is formed from the remains of living organisms?

    <p>Bioclastic sedimentary rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'foliation' refer to in geology?

    <p>Parallel layering of minerals in a rock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Igneous Rocks

    • Igneous rocks are formed when molten rock solidifies.
    • Extrusive igneous rocks are formed when lava cools.

    Sedimentary Rocks

    • Clastic sedimentary rocks are made from fragments of weathered rocks.
    • Bioclastic sedimentary rocks are formed from the remains of living organisms.
    • Carbonate rocks are a type of bioclastic rock with high amounts of calcite and/or dolomite.

    Metamorphic Rocks

    • Metamorphic grade measures the intensity of change in a rock due to heat, pressure, or chemical conditions.
    • Foliation is the parallel layering of minerals in a rock, often a result of metamorphic processes.

    Other Key Terms

    • Weathering is the breakdown of rock into smaller pieces.
    • Precipitation is the formation of a solid from ions previously dissolved in a liquid.
    • Texture describes the size, shape, and arrangement of minerals in a rock.
    • Magma is liquid rock found beneath the Earth's surface.

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    Explore the fascinating world of rocks in this quiz, covering igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic types. Test your knowledge on rock formation processes, key terms, and the classification of different rock types. Perfect for geology students or anyone interested in Earth's materials!

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