Types of Rock Formation: Chapter 10 Section 1 Quiz

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What is the parent material for all rocks?

Magma

Where does extrusive magma cool?

On the surface of the earth or in the sea

What type of rock is formed when magma cools and hardens?

Igneous rock

Where do intrusive igneous rocks cool?

<p>Deep in the earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do extrusive igneous rocks form on Earth's surface?

<p>Small crystals</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of rock is formed when sediment deposits harden after being compressed or cemented together?

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

Which type of sedimentary rock is made of chemicals and not smaller rock pieces?

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

What process can change rock into another form through tremendous pressure, extreme heat, and chemical processes?

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

Which type of metamorphic rock has no distinct bands of minerals?

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

What is the process called when rock changes from one type to another and back again?

<p>Rock cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

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