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Extrusive igneous rocks are one type of rocks that can be formed above the ground. Sedimentary rocks can also be formed above the ground.
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What are 2 things that can change rocks to other types of rocks?
There are three main types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and composites. Igneous rocks are formed when sedimentary or composite rocks experience extremes of heat and pressure. Sedimentary rocks are formed when smaller particles are overlaid for extended periods of time. Composite rocks are formed a mixture of elements under pressure.
How do you classify rocks?
Geologists classify rocks by looking at their chemical and mineralogical composition then at the the size and shape of their component minerals then at any texture, pattern or grain that the rocks may display. They also classify them in relation to how they were formed.
What types of rocks are formed by the process powered by the sun?
sedimentary Mr. R This is incorrect. The answer is metamorphic.
What are two examples of Metomorphic rocks?
Slate and marble are examples of metamorphic rocks. Other metamorphic rocks include gneiss, schist, and quartzite. All metamorphic rocks are formed from other rock types.
What is a metamorphic rock made of shale?
A metaphorphic rock is a rock that undergoes changes to become a different type of rock. The rock changes due to extreme pressure wich makes them heat up, and change types.... i hope this helps :)
What types of rocks are formed above ground?
Extrusive igneous rocks and some sedimentary rocks are formed above ground.
What rock types are formed above ground?
Extrusive igneous rocks and some sedimentary rocks are formed above ground.
How egneous rocks are formed?
Igneous rocks are types of rocks that are formed by fire. They can be formed in the ground from magma that gets trapped in air pockets. Above ground they can form when lava cools along the ground.
How do intrusive rocks relate to below ground?
Intrusive rocks are formed when rock is squeezed into underground cavities in other types of rock, where it crystallizes.
What are the main two types of igneous rocks?
Igneous rocks are classified as either extrusive or intrusive. Extrusive rocks form from lava at or above the ground, and intrusive rocks form from magma below the ground. Granite is intrusive, pumice is extrusive.
How are each of the major types of rocks formed?
Igneous rocks are formed from magma or lava cooling and hardening. Sedimentary rocks are formed from sediments being compressed and cemented together. Metamorphic rocks are rocks that are changed by extreme heat and pressure.
What types of rocks are formed from lava on the oceans floor?
Igneous Extrusive rocks. It that too general?
What are 2 things that can change rocks to other types of rocks?
There are three main types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and composites. Igneous rocks are formed when sedimentary or composite rocks experience extremes of heat and pressure. Sedimentary rocks are formed when smaller particles are overlaid for extended periods of time. Composite rocks are formed a mixture of elements under pressure.
What determines where and how much the ground shakes?
The types of rock and soil determines where and how much the ground shakes.
Where are the three types of rocks found?
Sedimentary rocks are found generally at the bottom of an ocean as this is where eroded material falls. Igneous rocks are found near volcanoes as they are molten rock. Metamorphic rock can be found anywhere, as it is formed in the ground and slowly comes up to the surface (but it is made of igneous or sedimentary rocks.)
How are argillaceous rocks formed?
argillacious rocks are types of chemical rock...in this the deposition of clay take place for sure
Write a summary of the the three types of rocks and how they are formed?
igneous rocks are formed by cooling lava from volcanos. Obsidian is an igneous rock. Sedimentary rocks are formed by particles being deposited by water. Sandstone is a sedimentary rock. Metamorphic rocks are formed when heat, pressure, and chemical reactions change existing rocks. Granite is a metamorphic rock.
