Rocks Flashcards

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What are the types of main rocks

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Igneous rocks. Sedimentary rock. Metamorphic rock.

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Name 2 types of igneous rocks

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Granite and basalt

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Name 2 types of sedimentary rocks

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Limestone and sandstone

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Name 2 types of metamorphic rocks

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Marble and quartize

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How are igneous rocks formed

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They are formed from magma found in the mantle just below the crust

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How are intrusive igneous rocks formed

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It’s formed when magma is forced into the crust and it’s trapped forcing it to cool slowly

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How are extrusive igneous rocks formed

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Is formed after lava reaches the earths surface and cools very quickly

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Name an intrusive igneous rock

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Granite

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Name an extrusive igneous rock

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Basalt

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How are sedimentary rocks formed

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by the accumulation or deposition of mineral or organic particles at Earth’s surface

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How are metamorphic rocks formed

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Metamorphic rocks are formed when igneous rock or sedimentary rock are changed by great heat and/or pressure.

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12
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What is the most common rock type in Ireland

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Limestone

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What type of rock do you find in the giants causeways

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Basalt

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What I strata

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The layers of a rock

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