Earth Science sem 1 wk 2

Front

What are igneous rocks that cool slowly beneath Earth’s crust called?

Back

Intrusive igneous rocks.

Front

What geological features are often associated with valuable ore deposits and gem crystals?

Back

Igneous intrusions.

Front

What term describes sediments that are transported by water and wind?

Back

Sorted deposits.

Front

What is the most abundant biochemical sedimentary rock?

Back

Limestone.

Front

What is a major pollutant of the oceans?

Back

Mercury.

Front

What type of rock forms from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava?

Back

Igneous rock.

Front

What are the two main types of igneous rocks?

Back

Intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks.

Front

How do extrusive igneous rocks form?

Back

They form from lava that cools quickly on the Earth's surface.

Front

What is the primary component of limestone?

Back

Calcite.

Front

What is the process by which sediments are arranged by size and weight during transport?

Back

Sorting.