Classifying Rocks

Question 1

Igneous rocks, physical/chemical properties

Answer 1

• Properties include crystals in the rock, no fossils, and very hard and strong
• E.g. granite

Question 2

Metamorphic rocks, physical/chemical properties

Answer 2

• Properties are they can become foliated – the crystals get squashed into long thin shapes or layers.
• E.g. marble

Question 3

Sedimentary rocks, physical/chemical properties

Answer 3

• identifying properties include they may have fossils and water or wind marks
• e.g. limestone, sandstone, shale

Question 4

Effects of weathering and erosion on sedimentary rocks

Answer 4

Weathering and erosion can cause changes to the shape, size, and texture of different landforms and rocks