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42. Which process creates sediments BEFORE they become a sedimentary rock?
43. What rock type makes up most of the rocks in the geosphere?
44. Which layer of the geosphere is the highest temperature?
45. What layer of the geosphere does the field of geology focus on?
46. What are the 5 characteristics of all minerals?
47. Color is not a reliable way to classify a mineral, so to get a more accurate description,
scientists list its
48. A scientist has an intrusive igneous rock, where was it most likely formed?
49. ALL rock began as
50. Molten rock that has been exposed to the atmosphere is known as
51. What minerals make up felsic magma?



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Final answer:

Minerals in rocks offer clues about their formation process based on their characteristics.


Explanation:

Processes in Rock Formation

  1. Igneous Rock: Minerals in igneous rocks give clues about how the rock formed through their crystalline structure and composition.
  2. Metamorphic Rock: Minerals in metamorphic rocks indicate alteration due to heat and pressure, often resulting in foliated textures.
  3. Sedimentary Rock: Minerals in sedimentary rocks reflect the source rocks and depositional processes, showing clues about their formation.

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