Lesson 9 | Igneous Rocks
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17 questions
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Using ESRT 6 "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" table to complete the data chart and identify rock sample 1.
Using ESRT 6 "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" table to complete the data chart and identify rock sample 1.
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Using ESRT 6 "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" table to complete the data chart and identify rock sample 2.
Using ESRT 6 "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" table to complete the data chart and identify rock sample 2.
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Using ESRT 6 "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" table to complete the data chart and identify rock sample 3.
Using ESRT 6 "Scheme for Igneous Rock Identification" table to complete the data chart and identify rock sample 3.

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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)
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)
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How can you determine if an igneous rock has had an intrusive or extrusive origin?
How can you determine if an igneous rock has had an intrusive or extrusive origin?
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What is meant by a vesicular texture and how does it form in igneous rocks?
What is meant by a vesicular texture and how does it form in igneous rocks?
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Describe the environment of formation for granite and basalt. Compare and contrast the two rock types.
Describe the environment of formation for granite and basalt. Compare and contrast the two rock types.