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Igneous Rocks
Rocks & Minerals Notes: Page 7
How are igneous rocks formed?
Name two places where igneous rocks form
What determines crystal size?
What’s the difference between
extrusive and intrusive igneous rocks?
form on or near the
surface
(small crystals)
form below the
surface
(large crystals)
Characteristics used to classify igneous rocks
Characteristics used to classify igneous rocks
Characteristics used to classify igneous rocks
Characteristics used to classify igneous rocks
Characteristics used to classify igneous rocks
Characteristics used to classify igneous rocks
contains Fe and Mg
contains Al
Key Identifying Features of Igneous Rocks
usually black in color
the grains have been melted
and are now physically connected
Please Answer the Questions on Page 8
Using Your Earth Science Reference Tables.
The Answers (Page 8):
1. Basaltic Glass
2. Granite
3. Basalt