Classification of Rocks and the Rock Cycle (Grade 10 NSC Matric Geography): Quizzes
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How many main categories of rocks exist based on how they form?
How many main categories of rocks exist based on how they form?
Three
What term describes liquid rock found underground inside Earth?
What term describes liquid rock found underground inside Earth?
Magma
Which igneous rocks have large crystals that can be easily seen?
Which igneous rocks have large crystals that can be easily seen?
Intrusive rocks that cool slowly
Granite is an example of which type of rock?
Granite is an example of which type of rock?
Intrusive igneous
Where are most of Earth's surface rocks found?
Where are most of Earth's surface rocks found?
Sedimentary rocks on the surface
What is the difference between weathering and erosion?
What is the difference between weathering and erosion?
Weathering breaks; erosion moves pieces
What substance forms before coal during its formation process?
What substance forms before coal during its formation process?
Peat
What does the word 'metamorphic' mean?
What does the word 'metamorphic' mean?
Changed form
What metamorphic rock forms when limestone undergoes contact metamorphism?
What metamorphic rock forms when limestone undergoes contact metamorphism?
Marble
What key concept does the rock cycle demonstrate?
What key concept does the rock cycle demonstrate?
No rock type is permanent