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What does lava that cools quickly form?

fast cooling lava -small crystals or no crystals


What lava that cools quickly form?

fast cooling lava -small crystals or no crystals


What effect does the the the rate that magma cools have on crystal formation?

if lava cools slowly, it will have a lot of crystals. When it cools fast, there will be little to no crystals what s ever.


What happens when mafic lava cools down too fast?

If mafic lava cools down too fast, it solidifies quickly, resulting in the formation of small crystals or even a glassy texture. This rapid cooling prevents larger crystals from forming, which are common in slower-cooling scenarios.


How would viscosity of the lava affect the size of the crystals that forms in the rock as it cools?

If the lava has cooled fast, the Cristal's will be smaller. If the lava cooled slowly, the crystals will be big


What happened to lava when it cools?

Extrusive igneous rock is formed from the crystallization of minerals as the lava cools.


What does lava transform into as it cools and solidifies?

As lava cools and solidifies, it transforms into igneous rock.


How does lava make rocks?

When it cools down it turns hard and turns into rock


What does pahoehoe make?

Pahoehoe is a type of lava that has a smooth, rope-like texture when it cools. It forms when low-viscosity basaltic lava flows steadily and cools quickly, creating rippled patterns on the surface.


What form when lava cool so quickly that crystals cannot form?

When lava cools extremely fast it forms volcanic glass, better known as obsidian. This often occurs when lava hits water.


Does lava turn into a rock when it cools?

Yes, when lava cools and solidifies, it forms igneous rock. The type of rock that forms depends on the chemical composition of the lava and the rate at which it cools.


A light frothly extrusive rock formed when lava cools so fast that it traps pockets or air inside?

Pumice