Types Of Rock Flashcards
1
Q
Name the 3 types of rock
A
Igneous,
Sedimentary,
Metamorphic
2
Q
What is an igneous rock?
A
Igneous rocks are usually very hard. They are made out of crystals of minerals,
E.g quarts or mica.
3
Q
What is a metamorphic rock?
A
These rocks are hard, they are made up of crystals arranged in bands.
4
Q
What is a sedimentary rock?
A
These rocks are often quite soft- they are made of tiny grains, stuck together with ‘cement’.
5
Q
Name 3 examples of igneous rock
A
Granite
Basalt
Dolerite
6
Q
Name 3 examples of metamorphic rock
A
Slate
Marble
Schist
7
Q
Name 3 examples of sedimentary rock
A
Sandstone
Limestone
Shale
