6 Questions
Which type of rocks are primarily studied in igneous petrology?
Igneous rocks
What type of petrology is discussed in the text?
Igneous petrology
What is the main process involved in the formation of igneous rocks?
Crystallization
What is the primary factor that determines the texture of an igneous rock?
Rate of cooling
Which of the following best describes the composition of basaltic magma?
Low silica content and high iron and magnesium content
What type of igneous rock is formed from the rapid cooling of lava at the Earth's surface?
Basalt
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