d4 Flashcards
1
Q
s the molten rock which lies underneath volcanoe
A
magma
2
Q
some magmas begin to crystallize as they reach the surface. High temperature minerals are formed as magma slowly cools down followed by low temperature minerals.
A
crystal content
3
Q
isa measure of a fluid’s resistance to flow.
A
viscosity
4
Q
reflects the melting points of their mineral components.
A
temperature
5
Q
Magma contains small amounts of dissolved gas (water vapor, Carbon dioxide, etc.) which is released as pressure is remove
A
volatile content