MULTIPLE CHOICE Why do scientist classify rocks? A rocks form differently, but they all have the same composition and texture B rock classification is not necessary because rocks are all the same n rocks form differently, have different compositions and textures Attempt 1 of 2 Practice Submit

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**Matching List Activity: Rock Formation**

Match each rock type to the correct description of how that rock forms.

- **Rock Types:**
  - **Igneous rock**
  - **Sedimentary rock**
  - **Metamorphic rock**

- **Descriptions:**
  - **a.** Forms when magma cools and hardens
  - **b.** Form from layers of sediment that are compacted and cemented over time
  - **c.** Form when an existing rock is put under extreme heat and pressure

**Instructions:**
Drag and drop each rock type to match it with the correct formation description.

*Note: This activity involves two attempts for completion.*

(Button: Submit)
Transcribed Image Text:**Matching List Activity: Rock Formation** Match each rock type to the correct description of how that rock forms. - **Rock Types:** - **Igneous rock** - **Sedimentary rock** - **Metamorphic rock** - **Descriptions:** - **a.** Forms when magma cools and hardens - **b.** Form from layers of sediment that are compacted and cemented over time - **c.** Form when an existing rock is put under extreme heat and pressure **Instructions:** Drag and drop each rock type to match it with the correct formation description. *Note: This activity involves two attempts for completion.* (Button: Submit)
**Multiple Choice Question**

**Why do scientists classify rocks?**

- **A**: Rocks form differently, but they all have the same composition and texture.
- **B**: Rock classification is not necessary because rocks are all the same.
- **C**: Rocks form differently, have different compositions and textures.

*Attempt 1 of 2* 

*Submit Button* 

(Note: This question is a practice exercise in understanding the reasons behind rock classification.)
Transcribed Image Text:**Multiple Choice Question** **Why do scientists classify rocks?** - **A**: Rocks form differently, but they all have the same composition and texture. - **B**: Rock classification is not necessary because rocks are all the same. - **C**: Rocks form differently, have different compositions and textures. *Attempt 1 of 2* *Submit Button* (Note: This question is a practice exercise in understanding the reasons behind rock classification.)
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