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Petrology Quiz

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Which branch of petrology deals with the origin and formation of rocks?

  • Petrology
  • Petrography
  • Petrogenesis (correct)
  • Mineralogy

    • What is petrography?

  • The study of the origin, occurrence, structure, and history of rocks
  • The description and systematic classification of rocks
  • The microscopic examination of thin sections of rocks (correct)
  • The classification of rocks based on color and texture

    • How many types of rocks are there?

  • Two
  • Three (correct)
  • One
  • Four

    • What do geologists observe when classifying a rock sample?

    <p>Color and texture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the texture of rocks with large and easily visible grains called?

    <p>Coarse-grained</p> Signup and view all the answers

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