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Igneous Rocks

Igneous Rocks. By: Will Dinsmore Kameron Simpson Caroline Jennings Jakobee Threatt. What are igneous rocks and how are they formed?. Igneous rocks are formed when melted lava magma cools and turns to solid rocks . Igneous means made from fire or heat.

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Igneous Rocks

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  1. Igneous Rocks By: Will Dinsmore Kameron Simpson Caroline Jennings Jakobee Threatt

  2. What are igneous rocks and how are they formed? • Igneous rocks are formed when melted lava magma cools and turns to solid rocks . Igneous means made from fire or heat.

  3. What are the two classifications of igneous rocks • Igneous rocks are classified on the basis of mineral logy , chemistry , and texture.

  4. Name four different types of igneous rocks? • Pumice • Granite • Sandstone • limestone

  5. What location in the United States are igneous rocks mostly found? Alaska Hawaii Washington DC Tennessee

  6. How are igneous rocks used in everyday life? • Gravestones, roads, countertops, jewelry, monuments, trim for buildings, landscaping stones, etc…

  7. Two other interesting facts. There are over 2,000 igneous rocks in the world and they are for building houses.

  8. How does this rock in my hand fit into my life? • Food • Buildings • Roads • Etc…

  9. Any Questions or commets?

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