Objective: You will investigate the properties by which igneous rocks can be identified.
Rock Sample 1
Question 1
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Using ESRT 6 "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" table to complete the data chart and identify rock sample 1.
Rock Sample 2
Question 2
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Using ESRT 6 "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" table to complete the data chart and identify rock sample 2.
Rock Sample 3
Question 3
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Using ESRT 6 "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" table to complete the data chart and identify rock sample 3.
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Question 14
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Draw a graph the relationship of how the size of the mineral grains is affected by the rate at which molten rock material cools. (be sure to label each axis)
Question 15
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How can you determine if an igneous rock has had an intrusive or extrusive origin?
Question 16
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What is meant by a vesicular texture and how does it form in igneous rocks?
Question 17
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Describe the environment of formation for granite and basalt. Compare and contrast the two rock types.
