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Rocks are classified by they way they are formed. There are three main classes of rocks: igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks.
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How are intrusive features classified?
Intrusive features are typically classified as plutonic rocks, especially inside of a volcano. Comparatively, extrusive features are also classified as volcanic rocks.
What criterion is used to divide rocks into three groups?
The classification is based on the processes that formed the rock.
How are foliated rocks classified?
the arent
Igneous rocks that result when lava solidifies are classified as what?
Extrusive igneous rocks.
Groups of rocks in which granite belongs?
Intrusive igneous rocks.
Metamorphic rocks are classified into two groups?
The two main groups metamorphic rocks are classified are foliated rocks (meaning they have "bands"), and there are non-foliated rocks.
Are rocks classified by were they are found?
Rocks are labeled by 3 groups. Igneous, Metamorphic, and Sedimentary.
Igneous rocks can be classified into which 2 groups?
Intrusive and Extrusive.
What are rock groups that are classified as clastic sedimentary rocks?
They are mechanically formed sedimentary rocks, such as Sandstone and Conglomerate.
The groups of rocks are classified by?
i think is chemical composition its not chemical composition, it's how they were formed
Groups of rocks are classified by?
i think is chemical composition its not chemical composition, it's how they were formed
Are rocks classified in three major groups disagree or agree?
Agree. Sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic
What is a scientific way to say put into groups?
Classified; Categorised
Are sedimentary rocks classified tofoliated sedimentary rocks?
Metamorphic rocks are classified by foliation or lack there of, not sedimentary rocks. They are classified into Clastic Sedimentary, and Chemical Sedimentary.
What are two main ways that minerals are classified?
name 2 ways mnerals can be classified put into groups
How are rocks physically classified?
they are classified into 3 major kinds of rocksthey are the ;IGNEOUS ROCKS,SEDIMENTARY ROCKS,AND METAMORPHIC ROCKS
How can sedimentary rocks can be classified?
sedimentary rocks can be classified by detrial, chemical ,or organic
