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.
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.
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Course Activity: Rocks and Minerals
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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.
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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?
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Crystals
large or small
sparkles within
the rock
Fossils
impressions of
prehistoric
organisms
Characteristics of Rocks
Ribbon Layers
wavy or straight
bands within a rock
Gas Bubbles
holes or cavities
that formed from
trapped gases
Sand or Pebbles
visible grains of
sand, pebbles,
or stones
Glassy Surface
smooth and shiny
surface
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