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At Yosemite, igneous rocks (granite) are being weathered and eroded. As the rock particles become smaller and smaller and are transported to a basin or point of deposition, they may eventually lithify into sedimentary rocks, probably shale.
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∙ 11y agoYosemite exhibits granite rock.
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How did Half Dome originally form How has it changed from the past And How will it change in the future based on the rock cycle?
Half Dome formed by a glacier moving through the Yosemite valley
What type of volcano is yosemite granite domes?
They are not volcanoes. The Yosemite granite domes are plutons, formed from molten rock that cooled deep underground.
WHAT is the change of one type of rock into a new type of rock?
ANSWER: rock cycle
Which material is not moving in the rock cycle?
what type of material is not moving in the rock cycle
What is an non example for rock cycle?
water cycle
How did Half Dome originally form How has it changed from the past And How will it change in the future based on the rock cycle?
Half Dome formed by a glacier moving through the Yosemite valley
What kind of rock are in yosemite?
Granite rock makes up the majority of Yosemite's geological features. Rock fall occurs fairly frequently in the valley and rock climbers must take caution when going up.
What is the biggest rock in the US?
El Capitan-Yosemite is the biggest piece of rock.
What are some of yosemite's features?
Yosemite is essentially a glacial valley. There are many waterfalls, such as Yosemite Falls, and also extraordinary rock formations such as Half Dome and El Capitan.
How is yosemite formed?
Yosemite rock consists primarily of granite. Granite is formed through volcanic activity near the surface.
What type of formation is yosemite national park?
Rivers and glaciers carved into granite to make Yosemite National Park. Half Dome is the most recognized rock formation in Yosemite.
What is the endpoint of a rock cycle?
the endpoint of a rock cycle is the metamorphic rock
Does the rock cycle have to start from the sedimentary rock?
No, the rock cycle does not have to start from the sedimentary rock
What type of volcano is yosemite granite domes?
They are not volcanoes. The Yosemite granite domes are plutons, formed from molten rock that cooled deep underground.
What does the rock cycle and water cycle have in common?
The rock cycle and water cycle both are natural.
What is the rock cycle including descriptions of how one type of rock can change into another type?
It is called the Rock Cycle.
Is there hang gliding in yosemite?
Hang gliding in Yosemite National Park is restricted to certain groups like the Yosemite Hang Glider Association. It is uncommon for visitors to see hang gliders. Rock climbing is a more popular sport in the Yosemite area.
