Rocks Flashcards
What is the study of rocks called
Geology
What is the sturdier of rocks called
Geologist
What are the 3 types of rocks called
Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic
Where are igneous rocks located
(Basalt) The giant causeway co. Antrim (Granite) Connemara Co. Galway
Why does a basalt rock cool faster
Basalt rock cools faster because of the elements after an eruption or fissure
What colour is basalt rock
Basalt rock is usually brown/black
Why does granite take so long to cool
Granite takes so long to cool because it forms underground
How do we get granite if it is underground
Because of folding mountains and continental drift
Why can you not find crystals in Basalt
Because it called down so fast when it was on the surface and exposed to the elements
When does basalt rock form
Basalt rock forms during fissures and volcanic eruptions
What is Basalt used for
Road chippings
What is granite used for
Decorative purposes for houses etc
What is a sedimentary rock
Sandstone, limestone, shale
Name the three groups of rocks
Sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic
Where can granite be found
Granite can be found in Co Wicklow E.g the sugar loaf
Where can limestone be found
Limestone can be found in the Burren Co. Clare
Where can marble be found
Green marble can be found in Connemara Co. Galway
Name three types of marble
Black marble, white marble and green marble and pure marble
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What is the study of rocks called
Geology
What is the studier of rocks called
A geologist
Is basalt an intrusive or extrusive rock
Extrusive because it is made above the surface
What are the three Cs?
Compression, compaction, cemented
