What is an extrusive rock?

Types of Rocks and Geological Processes

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Melanie Stollery
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Rock that forms below Earth's surface and cools slowly
Rock that forms on Earth's surface and cools quickly
Rock that forms inside a volcano
Rock that forms inside a river
Answer explanation
An extrusive rock is formed on Earth's surface and cools quickly, distinguishing it from intrusive rocks that form below the surface and cool slowly.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is erosion?
Breaking down rocks
Moving pieces of rock to a new place
Growing crystals
Melting ice
Answer explanation
Erosion is the process of breaking down rocks, making it the correct choice among the options provided.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are sedimentary rocks made?
By melting
By pressing together layers of sediments
By freezing
By growing crystals
Answer explanation
Sedimentary rocks are made by pressing together layers of sediments, not by melting, freezing, or growing crystals.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the three types of rocks?
Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic
Hard, Soft, Liquid
Big, Small, Tiny
Shiny, Dull, Bright
Answer explanation
The three types of rocks are Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an example of an igneous rock?
Limestone
Basalt
Sandstone
Marble
Answer explanation
Basalt is an example of an igneous rock, formed from solidified lava. It is a common volcanic rock found in many parts of the world.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are igneous rocks made?
By squeezing plants
By melting and cooling magma or lava
By water and wind
By freezing water
Answer explanation
Igneous rocks are made by melting and cooling magma or lava, not by squeezing plants, water and wind, or freezing water.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is soil made of?
Only rocks
Only plants
A mix of tiny rock pieces, minerals, organic matter, air, and water
Only water
Answer explanation
Soil is made of a mix of tiny rock pieces, minerals, organic matter, air, and water.
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