what is the most common type of volcanic rock?

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Q: What is the difference from magma and lava ?

A: Due to High temperature and Pressure the rocks under the ground ( mantle ) in the molten state. This…

Q: Which of the following processes is one of the first steps in the formation of some sedimentary…

A: The first step used in the formation of sedimentary rock is weathering/erosion.

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Q: The rate at which the temperature increases with depth is called the geothermal gradient. What is…

A: Given data The rock temperature is given as TR =14° C. The stable region temperature is given as…

Q: Why is sand drier than clay?

A: The clay narrow pores. Due to the capillary actions taking place, water rises in these pores which…

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A: Metamorphic rocks make up a significant portion of the Earth's crust and account for 12% of the land…

Q: Non-Foliated metamorphic rocks are usually found near a. Glaciers b. Intrusive ingenious rock c.…

A: Non foliated metamorphic rocks are usually found near Intrusive ingenious rock .around intrusive…

Q: Where can wackestones accumulate? In river delta In lagunal environment In both environments

A: In this problem, it is asking where the Wacke-stone is accumulated.

Q: What rock type is formed from the slow cooling of magma under the earth's surface

A: To determine: What is the type of the rock which is formed by the slow cooling of magma under the…

Q: How is an iron-bearing mineral rock plateau likely to change over millions of years? (3 points) Turn…

A: A) Turn red due to oxidation

Q: The theory of _________ explains how the lithosphere is broken into moving plates that float on a…

A: Earth's lithosphere is thought to be composed of seven or eight major plates which move…

Q: The weathering and erosion caused by wind, water, and ice contribute to the formation of sedimentary…

A: Weathering and erosion cause formation of Sedimentary rocks

Q: How does physics apply to these geological processes (volcanic eruptions, mountain formation,…

A: The basic concept in the geology is Isostasy. According to it lighter crust must be float on the…

Q: The following diagram shows parts of the rock cycle. Sediments Deposition A Igneous Rock Sedimentary…

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Q: The average density of Earth is about 5.5 g/ cm? Considering that the densities of the surface rocks…

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Q: The fracture lines radiating outward from a crack inglass are known as ___________ fractures.

A: Glass is the most delicate decorative material which is widely used in all sectors. Although it is…

Q: What criteria is used to divide the earth into layers?

A: The earth is divided into 3 layers crust, mantle and core based on the chemical composition.

Q: What are the four processes involving expansion and contraction that contribute to rock weathering?

A: Given What are the four processes involving expansion and contraction that contribute to rock…

Q: how does physics relate to geology?

A: Physics and geology are closely related to each other. Geology is the study of rocks, patterns of…

Q: All of the following are examples of ridge characteristics EXCEPT spoon O hook O bridge O island

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Q: Is the earth flat

A: The earth is the planet which revolve around the sun. If we consider a small rectangular portion…

Q: The force ultimately responsible for mass movement A) erosion B) gravity C) deposition D) weathering

A: Mass Movement: mass movement is the down-slope movement of the loose mixture of the soil and rock…

Q: Which must be true for metamorphism to occur?   A) The parent rock must be in solid form. B) Tons of…

A: Metamorphism is the variation of minerals or geologic character in pre-existing rocks. The change…

Q: after rubbing your fingers over the rock how did the surface feel?

A: Rock surface is mostly rough in nature, It offers frictional force.

Q: A fracture line (will, will not) terminate at an existingline fracture.

A: Answer A fracture line will terminate at an existing line fracture.

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Q: Which of the following is NOT an evidence of continental drift? O Fossils O Magma samples O…

A: Required : Which is not an evidence of continental shift.

Q: Which of the following best describes how igneous rocks are formed? Rock changed by heat and…

A: Igneous rock, or magmatic rock, is one of the three main rock types, the other types of rocks are…

Q: Which of the following best describes the processes that form igneous rocks? Deposition and…

A: Answer              Crystallization and solidification

Q: A specimen of shale has a mass of 17.25 g dry and 22.24 g wet.  The volume of the specimen is 12.15…

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Q: Which of the following is not an intrusive igneous body? A) Stock B) Dike C) Stope D) Batholith

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Q: Limestone turns into marble when there is a great amount of heat and pressure. Identify the change…

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Q: Rates of tectonic uplift can be determined from the age and elevation of stream terraces,…

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