5 Questions
Which type of rock forms from cooling magma?
Igneous rock
What is lava?
Magma that erupts onto Earth’s surface
What determines the type of rock that forms as minerals cool and crystallize?
The chemical composition of the magma
What are intrusive igneous rocks called when they cool and solidify beneath the surface?
Plutonic rocks
What happens to the size of crystals in intrusive igneous rocks when the cooling process is slow?
The crystals become larger
Test your knowledge on igneous rocks and their formation with this quiz. Learn about the different types of igneous rocks, their formation processes, and the characteristics that distinguish them. Challenge yourself and become an expert in the world of intrusive and plutonic rocks!
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