Master the Basics of Igneous Rocks
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Which type of rock requires a very high temperature for it to melt?

  • Sedimentary rocks
  • Metamorphic rocks
  • Igneous rocks (correct)
  • None of the above
  • What does the term 'igneous' mean?

  • Air
  • Earth
  • Fire (correct)
  • Water
  • At what temperature are igneous rocks formed?

  • Approximately 500 °C
  • Below 100 °C
  • Not lower than 700 °C (correct)
  • Around 200 °C
  • Which type of igneous rock forms on the Earth's surface?

    <p>Extrusive igneous rocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are igneous rocks classified based on texture?

    <p>By size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Rocks need a very high temperature for it to ______.

    <p>melt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Igneous rocks need high rock-melting heat similar to the temperature of the ______ earth.

    <p>primitive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term igneous comes from the Latin word ignis which means ______.

    <p>fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is formed in temperatures not lower than ______ °C.

    <p>700</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a geologist ______iate.

    <p>different</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Igneous Rocks

    • Igneous rocks require a very high temperature to melt, similar to the temperature of the Earth's core.
    • The term "igneous" comes from the Latin word "ignis", meaning fire.
    • Igneous rocks are formed at temperatures not lower than 700°C.
    • One type of igneous rock forms on the Earth's surface.
    • Igneous rocks can be classified based on their texture.

    Formation of Igneous Rocks

    • Rocks need a very high temperature to melt.
    • A geologist can identify igneous rocks based on their characteristics.

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    Test your knowledge on igneous rocks with this quiz! Learn about the formation of igneous rocks, Bowen's reaction series, and the different types of igneous rocks. Explore extrusive and intrusive igneous rocks, as well as other ways of classifying them based on texture and composition. Are you ready to rock this quiz?

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