10 Questions
Which type of rock requires a very high temperature for it to melt?
Igneous rocks
What does the term 'igneous' mean?
Fire
At what temperature are igneous rocks formed?
Not lower than 700 °C
Which type of igneous rock forms on the Earth's surface?
Extrusive igneous rocks
How are igneous rocks classified based on texture?
By size
Rocks need a very high temperature for it to ______.
melt
Igneous rocks need high rock-melting heat similar to the temperature of the ______ earth.
primitive
The term igneous comes from the Latin word ignis which means ______.
fire
It is formed in temperatures not lower than ______ °C.
700
How can a geologist ______iate.
different
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.
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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