Stones Flashcards
Basis of Classification of Rocks
i. Geological Classification
ii. Physical Classification
iii. Chemical Classification
Geological Classification of Rocks
i. Igneous
ii. Sedimentaryd
iii. Metamorphic
What are igneous rocks
Rocks of volcanic origin, formed due to solidification of molten mass
Examples of Igneous Rocks
Granite, Basalt, Dolerite, Trap
What are Sedimentary rocks
Rocks formed due to deposition of sediments (disintegrated rock pieces, clay, sand, silt, etc)
What are Sedimentary rocks aka?
aqueous or stratified rocks
What are igneous rocks aka?
effusive rocks
Examples of Sedimentary rocks
Sandstone, Limestone, Chalk, Lignite, shale, gypsum
What are Metamorphic rocks
Rocks formed from igneous or sedimentary rocks as a result of the action of
the earth movements, temperature changes, liquid pressures, etc
Examples of Metamorphic rocks
Slate, Gneiss, Marble, Quartz
Physical Classification of Rocks
i. Stratified Rocks
ii. Unstratified Rocks
iii. Foliated Rocks
What are stratified Rocks
Rocks that show distinct layers along which the rocks can be split. (layers appear upon Cleavage)
Examples Stratified Rocks
sandstone, limestone, shale, marble
What are Unstratified Rocks
Rocks that do not show any stratification and cannot be easily split into thin layers. (Uniform distribution of minerals upon cleavage)
Examples of Unstratified Rocks
granite, basalt, trap
What are Foliated Rocks
Rocks that have a tendency to split up only in a definite direction
Examples of foliated rocks
Slate, Gneiss, all metamorphic except Quartzite and marble