Part B The table of rock characteristics describes six different features that can be used to classify rocks. Based on the table and your knowledge of the rock cycle, in which type of rock would you expect to find fossils and sandy surfaces? Choose from igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary. Write a short paragraph that explains your reasoning. 15px Space used (includes formatting): 0 / 15000 Part C Based on the the table of rock characteristics, and your knowledge of the rock cycle, in which type of rock (igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary) would you expect to find ribbon layers? Why? 15px Space used (includes formatting): 0 / 15000 Part D Based on the the table of rock characteristics and your knowledge of the rock cycle, in which type of rock (igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary) would you expect to find bubbles or a smooth, glassy surface? Why? 15px Space used (includes formatting): 0 / 15000 Part E Crystals most often form in igneous and metamorphic rocks. According to the rock cycle, which processes and features do these rocks share that likely promote the formation of crystals? 15px Space used (includes formatting): 0 / 15000 Part F It’s time to venture outside. Step outdoors and find two different rocks. Examine each rock for any of the six attributes listed in table of rock characteristics. Then use those characteristics to identify your rock as metamorphic, sedimentary, or igneous. Use your magnifying hand lens if necessary. Explain your rocks characteristics and how you identified them. If possible, snap a photo of your rocks. Use the Insert Image button to insert your image file (.jpg or other) in the answer space.

Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)

9th Edition

ISBN:9780134746241

Author:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa

Publisher:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa

Chapter1: The Study Of Minerals

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Part B The table of rock characteristics describes six different features that can be used to classify rocks. Based on the table and your knowledge of the rock cycle, in which type of rock would you expect to find fossils and sandy surfaces? Choose from igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary. Write a short paragraph that explains your reasoning. 15px Space used (includes formatting): 0 / 15000 Part C Based on the the table of rock characteristics, and your knowledge of the rock cycle, in which type of rock (igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary) would you expect to find ribbon layers? Why? 15px Space used (includes formatting): 0 / 15000 Part D Based on the the table of rock characteristics and your knowledge of the rock cycle, in which type of rock (igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary) would you expect to find bubbles or a smooth, glassy surface? Why? 15px Space used (includes formatting): 0 / 15000 Part E Crystals most often form in igneous and metamorphic rocks. According to the rock cycle, which processes and features do these rocks share that likely promote the formation of crystals? 15px Space used (includes formatting): 0 / 15000 Part F It’s time to venture outside. Step outdoors and find two different rocks. Examine each rock for any of the six attributes listed in table of rock characteristics. Then use those characteristics to identify your rock as metamorphic, sedimentary, or igneous. Use your magnifying hand lens if necessary. Explain your rocks characteristics and how you identified them. If possible, snap a photo of your rocks. Use the Insert Image button to insert your image file (.jpg or other) in the answer space.