Earth Science
The Physical Setting
Chapter 2 Rocks: Materials of the Solid Earth
Learning Objectives
After reading, studying, and
discussing the chapter, students should be able to:
1.
Diagram and discuss the
rock cycle
2.
List the geologic
processes involved in the formation of each rock group.
3.
Briefly explain
crystallization of magma.
4.
List the criteria used
to classify igneous rocks.
5.
List the names,
textures, and environments of formation for the most common igneous rocks.
6.
Discuss the origin of
materials that accumulate as sediment.
7.
List the criteria used
to classify sedimentary rocks.
8.
Explain the difference
between detrital and chemical sedimentary rocks.
9.
List the names,
textures, and environments of formation for the most common sedimentary rocks.
10. List the common features of sedimentary rocks.
11. Describe the agents of metamorphism.
12. List the criteria used to classify metamorphic rocks.
13. List the names, textures, and environments of
formation for the most common metamorphic rocks.
14. Discuss metallic and nonmetallic mineral resources