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Chapter 13 (11-20) Formation Of Rocks Test Review
Test Description: CPO Science, minerals, rocks, rock cycle
Instructions: Answer all questions to get your test result.
1) When lava cools quickly on Earth’s surface, what type of igneous rock does it form?
A
Intrusive
B
Outer
C
Extrusive
D
Outer
2) ____ rocks are formed from rock particles broken down into small pieces by the rock cycle.
A
Metamorphic
B
Sedimentary
C
Igneous
D
All of the above
3) What is the name of sedimentary rock formed from gravel pieces greater than 2 mm?
A
Mudstone
B
Conglomerate
C
Sandstone
D
Limestone
4) Sand particles are joined together to form the sedimentary rock called:
A
sandstone.
B
mudstone.
C
limestone.
D
conglomerate.
5) Rocks that are formed from the remains of tiny shells of marine plants and animals are called:
A
conglomerate.
B
sandstone.
C
mudstone.
D
limestone.
6) When layers of sediment are pressed together, it is known as:
A
cementing.
B
crystallizing.
C
intrusive.
D
compaction.
7) Metamorphic rocks are formed from:
A
cooling of lava.
B
cooling of magma.
C
heat and pressure
D
compaction of sediment.
8) Which of the following processes change sediments into sedimentary rock?
A
Melting and solidification
B
Compression and cementing
C
Metamorphism
D
Extrusion and intrusion
9) Where are sedimentary rocks usually found?
A
In many areas on most of the continents
B
In regions of recent volcanic activity
C
Deep within Earth’s crust
D
In regions where there are glaciers
10) Which of the following is a sedimentary rock made from ancient plant remains?
A
Bituminous coal
B
Mudstone
C
Granite
D
Rock gypsum
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