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Which type of rocks are primarily studied in igneous petrology?
Which type of rocks are primarily studied in igneous petrology?
- Sedimentary rocks
- Igneous rocks (correct)
- Metamorphic rocks
- Volcanic rocks
What type of petrology is discussed in the text?
What type of petrology is discussed in the text?
- Metamorphic petrology
- Sedimentary petrology
- Volcanic petrology
- Igneous petrology (correct)
What is the main process involved in the formation of igneous rocks?
What is the main process involved in the formation of igneous rocks?
- Erosion
- Weathering
- Crystallization (correct)
- Deposition
What is the primary factor that determines the texture of an igneous rock?
What is the primary factor that determines the texture of an igneous rock?
Which of the following best describes the composition of basaltic magma?
Which of the following best describes the composition of basaltic magma?
What type of igneous rock is formed from the rapid cooling of lava at the Earth's surface?
What type of igneous rock is formed from the rapid cooling of lava at the Earth's surface?