Advertisements
Advertisements
Questions
Name any two characteristics of Igneous Rocks.
State the main characteristics of igneous rocks.
Advertisements
Solution
-
Crystalline Structure: Igneous rocks are usually crystalline, meaning they are made up of interlocking mineral crystals formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.
-
Compact and Hard: They are generally very compact and hard, making them durable and resistant to weathering, which is why they are often used in building and construction.
RELATED QUESTIONS
Classify the following rocks by selecting the correct option given below:
coal
Classify the following rocks by selecting the correct option given below:
granite
With the help of your teacher, collect different types of rocks such as granite, sandstone, limestone, marble, slate, graphite, etc. and prepare a chart containing information about their colour, hardness, texture, and permeability.
Describe the process that leads to exfoliation.
What are known as metamorphic rocks?
Explain this term associated with rocks: Fossil fuels
In what type of rocks do you find fossils and why?
Classify the following rock: Rock salt
Classify the following rock: Slate
Give one word for the following.
The core of the earth occupied by rock in iron and nickel.
How are sedimentary rocks classified?
Choose the incorrect statement from the following.
Diamond is an example of _______ rock.
______ are chemical substances which exist in nature.
The world Igneous is derived from the Latin word ______ meaning ______.
Sedimentary rocks are called stratified rocks.
Explain Dynamic Metamorphism.
Mention some uses of rocks.
Match the following:
| A. | Basalt | 1. | Anthracite |
| B. | Limestone | 2. | Extrusive igneous |
| C. | Coal | 3. | Metamorphic rock |
| D. | Gneiss | 4. | Sedimentary rock |
