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The World of Geology

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What is rock?

Rock is any naturally occurring solid mass or aggregate of minerals or mineraloid matter.

How are rocks categorized?

Rocks are categorized by the minerals included, their chemical composition, and the way in which they are formed.

What is the Earth's outer solid layer called?

The Earth's outer solid layer is called the crust.

Which subdisciplines of geology are involved in the study of rocks?

The study of rocks involves multiple subdisciplines of geology, including petrology and mineralogy. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main groups that rocks are usually grouped into?

Rocks are usually grouped into three main groups: igneous rocks, sedimentary rocks, and metamorphic rocks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the process by which igneous rocks are formed?

Igneous rocks are formed when magma cools in the Earth's crust, or lava cools on the ground surface or the seabed. Signup and view all the answers

How are sedimentary rocks formed?

Sedimentary rocks are formed by diagenesis and lithification of sediments, which in turn are formed by the weathering, transport, and deposition of existing rocks. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main components used to categorize rocks?

Rocks are categorized by the minerals included and their chemical composition. Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the Earth is not composed of rocks?

The liquid outer core and pockets of magma in the asthenosphere are not composed of rocks. Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of rocks called?

The study of rocks is called petrology and mineralogy. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Definition of Rock

A rock is a natural solid substance composed of one or more minerals or mineraloids.

Rock Categorization

Rocks are categorized based on their formation processes and characteristics into three main groups: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.
Two main components for categorizing rocks: mineral composition and rock texture.

Earth's Outer Layer

The Earth's outer solid layer is termed the lithosphere.

Geology Subdisciplines

Various subdisciplines in geology study rocks, including petrology (study of rocks), mineralogy (study of minerals), and stratigraphy (study of rock layers).

Igneous Rock Formation

Igneous rocks are formed from the solidification of molten material, either magma (below Earth's surface) or lava (on the surface).

Sedimentary Rock Formation

Sedimentary rocks are formed through the accumulation and lithification of sediments, often involving processes like compaction and cementation.

Non-Rock Component of Earth

The Earth's innermost core is not composed of rocks; it consists primarily of iron and nickel.

Study of Rocks

The study of rocks is known as petrology.

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Test your knowledge on the fascinating world of geology and rocks with this quiz! Explore the different types of rocks, their composition, and how they are formed. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of the Earth's solid layers and its geological processes.