Rock and Earth

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Which of the following is NOT a main category of rock?

  • Composite rock (correct)
  • Sedimentary rock
  • Metamorphic rock
  • Igneous rock

What is the role of heat and pressure in metamorphosis?

  • To form sedimentary rock
  • To form igneous rock
  • To form composite rock
  • To form metamorphic rock (correct)

What are the main processes involved in rock formation and change?

  • Heat and pressure
  • Erosion and weathering (correct)
  • Deposition and compaction
  • All of the above

What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rock?

<p>Intrusive rock forms from magma that cools slowly beneath the Earth's surface, while extrusive rock forms from lava that cools quickly on the Earth's surface. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of rocks?

<p>They are affected by heat and pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of describing rocks and their composition?

<p>To understand their different characteristics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of identifying the three main categories of rock?

<p>To classify them based on their mineral composition (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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