Rocks and the Rock Cycle

Question 1

Study this image.

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This rock has a non-banded pattern.

Question 2

This image shows the rock cycle.Which event most likely occurs at point K?

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melting

Question 3

Florian discovers a rock that is broken into pieces. Each piece has several bands.Which type of rock does Florian predict these pieces will change into when subjected to heat and pressure?

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metamorphic

Question 4

This image shows a model of the rock cycle.

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cooling as the lava runs down the mountain

Question 5

What happens when magma cools during the rock cycle?

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Igneous rock is formed.

Question 6

Study the image.

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The rock has fine grains.

Question 7

Study the image of this rock.

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It has many layers.

Question 8

Granite rock is light in color. Which feature directly contributes to this color?

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the amount of silica minerals in granite

Question 9

Which correctly lists three features of a rock's grains that determine its texture?

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shape, pattern, size

Question 10

Valerie creates a model using three different rocks. The rocks are classified as igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary.Which property does Valerie use for classification purposes?

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formation

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