Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks: Granite

The video explains granite as an igneous rock mined from quarries, used in construction. It is composed of minerals like feldspar, quartz, mica, and hornblende. Granite forms deep underground from hardened magma and is exposed through erosion and glacial movement. The video highlights granite's presence in Yosemite, showcasing its sheer walls and waterfalls.

What type of rock is granite?

• Limestone

• Sedimentary

• Metamorphic

• Igneous

Which of the following is NOT a mineral commonly found in granite?

• Calcite

• Quartz

• Mica

• Feldspar

Where was the granite seen in Yosemite formed?

• Deep underground

• In the ocean

• On the surface

• In a desert

What geological process is responsible for exposing granite in Yosemite?

• Tsunami

• Volcanic eruption

• Erosion and glacial movement

• Earthquake

What natural feature is associated with the granite walls in Yosemite?

• Waterfalls

• Canyons

• Rivers

• Volcanoes