Rocks Flashcards
1
Q
Describe how igneous rocks are formed
A
Molten rock cooling down and becoming a solid rock. They have to cool down due to the fact they are first very hot
2
Q
Describe how a Sedimentary Rock is formed
A
It is formed from layers of sediment
3
Q
What type of rock is Chalk?
A
Sedimentary
4
Q
What do Limestone and Chalk both contain?
A
Fossils
5
Q
How are metamorphic rocks formed?
A
By the action of pressure and heat on other rocks over a long time
6
Q
Give an example of a metamorphic rock
A
Marble
