What is an igneous rock and how does it form?

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∙ 14y ago

Updated: 8/19/2019

An igneous rock is a rock formed by the solidification of molten lava. some examples of this rock type are: Pumice, Obsidian, Basalt, Andesite, and Ryholite.

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How does igneous rock from?

magma cools to form igneous rock

Does sedimentary rock form igneous rock?

Yes it can form an igneous rocks as because of pressure it may melt and form into igneous rocks.

Lava cools to form?

Extrusive igneous rock.

How does magma from igneous rock?

magma cools to form igneous rock

Can liquid rock form igneous rock?

Yes.By definition, igneous rock forms from molten rock.

When magma cools and hardens does it form igneous rock sedimentary rock or metamorphic rock?

igneous rock.

Which type of rock can form below Earth's surface or below Earth's surface?

Igneous rock can form deep below the surface as intrusive igneous rock, or on or near the surface as extrusive igneous rock. X Answer is: Igneous

What do Volcanic eruptions form igneous rock sedimentary rock or metamorphic rock?

Igneous rocks

What does melting do to a igneous rock?

Melting causes an igneous rock to form into lava/magma.

How does igneous rock change to sedimentary?

Sedimentary rock melts, then it cools to form Igneous rock. Hoped this helped. :)

What rock are form from a harden volcano?

igneous rock

What kind of igneous rock will form when a volcano sends lava into the air?

extrusive igneous rock

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