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How are round rocks formed?
Rocks are eroded by waves and wind to form a perfectly round, smooth shape. It may take a very long time.
Why are rocks always jagged?
Most rocks are very hard and brittle. When they break they shatter. Rocks that are found along the shore line of the ocean and rocks that are found in river bottoms are very smooth. The water, sand and dirt that constantly flows over them polishes them removing all rough edges.
How is the process of rocks becoming smooth in a stream similar to a mountain range being pushed up?
They both happen very slowly.
What are smooth rocks that have been worn down by water?
Essentially, the only types of rock that can stand up to this type of erosion are igneous and metamorphic rocks. I am not certain there is a technical or scientific term for this type of rock, but the colloquial or "slang" term for them is river rocks.
What causes rocks to be smooth and rounded?
tumbling against other rocks and sand, either in a stream or in a rock tumbler.
What are smooth rocks called?
skipping stones!
What were the smooth rounded rocks that helped dinosaurs digest and grind their food?
rocks are called gastroliths
Are the rocks in cape cod smooth?
why are most of rocks extremely smooth
Which rock is very smooth and has no visible mineral grains?
Glassy textuered rocks, such as Obsidian.
Why do the rocks located in stream beds are smooth?
Rocks in stream beds can become smooth due to a process called abrasion. As water flows over the rocks, it carries sediment and particles that constantly rub against the rocks, wearing them down and making them smooth over time. The friction caused by the movement of water and sediment helps polish the surface of the rocks.
When comparing rocks found in a river why would some feel rough and others feel smooth?
Some feel smooth because it has been eroded away by the current of the water for a very, very long time. The more rough rocks have not been succumb to as much erosion, therefore it is not smooth yet.
What causes rocks on the beach to be smooth?
By weathering. The water currents weather the rocks leaving them smooth.
How are round rocks formed?
Rocks are eroded by waves and wind to form a perfectly round, smooth shape. It may take a very long time.
Why is smooth muscle called smooth muscle?
Because it lacks striations the muscle appears to look very smooth under a microscope.
What rocks are shiny and smooth?
mica
How does rocks get smooth?
some from weathering
Why are rocks in streams so smooth?
cause rocks r dumb
