Types of igneous rocks

Igneous rock can be grouped 2 ways: intrusive and extrusive. Be sure you know the difference for your test on Thursday.

We started Inquiry 23.1: Properties of volcanic ash. You will finish the lab tomorrow and start on your study guide.

Looking at igneous rocks

Our investigation led us to examine 5 different igneous rocks. In your groups you classified them into 2 separate groups. On Monday we will learn how scientists classify igneous rocks and we will also look at volcanic ash.

Stay warm and have a great weekend!

Riding the Rock Cycle

What is the big deal about rocks? Well without them we would not have a lot of common items we use everyday (roads, jewelry, cement, building materials, even makeup!).

We observed rocks from each of the three types: sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous. Then we became took a ride as a mineral in the rock cycle.

Homework: Complete rock cycle cartoons. Quiz is tomorrow!!