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1.Grain Size
2.Grain Shape
3.Grain Pattern
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What are the types of clastic rocks?
Clastic Sedimentary rocks can be classified on the basis of grain size as: 1. Rudaceous 2. Arenaceous 3. Argillaceous
Do large grain rocks form from lava or magma?
they form from both...ithink
What is the study of physical characteristics of rocks as mineral masses?
Lithology
What are NOT characteristics of igneous rocks?
B/c they are made out of lava
What are the characteristics of foliated and non-foliated metamorphic rocks?
Foliated rocks are metamorphic rocks that look like they have layers or the appearance of layers. Non-foliated rocks are metamorphic rocks without any foliation.
What are 3 characteristics of a rock?
1.Grain Size 2.Grain Shape 3.Grain Pattern
What are the characteristics of igneous rocks formed underground?
Usually they have larger crystals and coarser grain than those formed above ground.
What are rough textured rocks?
Rocks with a large grain size perhaps with angular grain shapes.
What are the types of clastic rocks?
Clastic Sedimentary rocks can be classified on the basis of grain size as: 1. Rudaceous 2. Arenaceous 3. Argillaceous
Does a rocks grain give the rocks its texture?
Yes simple as that.
What are fine textured rocks?
They are rocks with a small grain size.
Fine textured rocks have what kind of grain?
Fine textured rocks have a type of grain referred to as aphanitic. This means that its grain is so tiny that it cannot be seen with the naked eye.
Is it true that coarse grain is a term that describes a rocks grain pattern?
yes
How are rocks with grains classified?
They are eather fine grain or course grain. Granite are course Grain, Basalts are fine grains.
What properties do all rocks have?
Rocks have color, grain, specific density, and relative hardness.
Are all rocks have the same texture and grain size?
no
How do you compare rocks with other rocks?
By using their physical characteristics
