Exam 22: Minerals Rocks and Volcanoes

The sedimentary rock known as ______________ consists of angular pebbles cemented together by silica, calcium carbonate, or iron oxide.

A mineral that looks glassy is said to have a(n) _______________ luster.

A volcano with a high, steep slope is a

The color of a mineral's powder is called its _____________.

The largest plutons are called ______________.

The mineral that is most abundant in Earth's crust is

Sediments that are transported to the sea in solution are known as ______________ sediments.

The sedimentary rock known as ______________ consists of deposits of calcium carbonate (calcite).

A volcano with a low, gently sloping profile is a

Which of the following scientists is generally designated "the father of geology"?

The sedimentary rock known as ______________ consists of angular pebbles cemented together by silica, calcium carbonate, or iron oxide.

Rocks formed by changes in structure or mineral content while remaining in the solid phase are classified as _____________.

The theory that Earth's lithospheric plates are in constant, slow motion is called plate _____________.

Dripstone formations that form on cavern floors are called _____________.

Silicates

The ratio of a mineral sample's weight to the weight of an equal volume of water is called the mineral's ______________.

Chemical sedimentary rocks are classified into what two categories?

The study of planet Earth is known as

The term hardness refers to the ability of a mineral to

A(n) ______________ is the surface expression of magma that originates in the asthenosphere and deeper.