GES 111 Physical Geology Lecture 8 Quiz

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Igneous rocks are products of solidification of molten material originating from the earth's depth. True or false?

True

Rocks forming from magma are fine-grained and smooth. True or false?

False

Regional metamorphic rocks are characterized by non-foliated texture. True or false?

False

Felsic (Acidic) igneous rocks originate from lava. True or false?

False

Mafic (Basic) igneous rocks are coarse-grained and rough. True or false?

True

Partial melting occurs when high-grade metamorphic rocks are subjected to more pressure without increasing depth. True or false?

False

Igneous rocks forming from lava are fine-grained and smooth. True or false?

True

Metamorphic rocks are products of solidification of molten material. True or false?

False

Al-rich sedimentary rocks such as shale and claystone can be sources for regional metamorphic rocks. True or false?

True

Foliated texture is characteristic of metamorphic rocks. True or false?

True

Test your knowledge on the rock cycle and rock types in physical geology with this quiz. Designed for students studying Petroleum & Mining Geology, Biotechnology, and Nanotechnology programs.

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