Rock Types

Question 0

Metamorphic

Answer 0

Metamorphic rocks are formed by the physical and chemical Alterations of pre existing rocks due to intense heat, pressure, and circulating hydrothermal fluids at temperatures >200c

Question 1

Sedimentary

Answer 1

Formed by the lithification of the sedimentary particles derived from weathering and erosion of pre existing rocks, or biological activity or inorganic precipitation from aqueous solution

Question 2

Igneous

Answer 2

Formed by the cooling and solidification of molten rock (magma or lava)