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Introduction to Physical Geology: Help and Review28 chapters | 252 lessons
Andesite: Definition, Composition & Uses
1. How does andesite form?
2. How is andesite classified chemically?
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About This Quiz & Worksheet
These assessments are useful tools for reviewing information you've learned about the application and composition of andesite, a rock normally found outside of volcanoes. Quiz questions ask about andesite physical traits, formation, classification, and application in the world.
Quiz & Worksheet Goals
Practice questions cover these objectives:
- Recall the rock type of andesite
- Know how andesite forms
- Identify the chemical classification of andesite
- Understand what a phenocryst is
- Recognize common uses for andesite
Skills Practiced
This quiz and worksheet allows you to practice following skills:
- Reading comprehension - ensure that you draw the most important information from the related geology lesson
- Information recall - access the knowledge you've gained regarding the chemical classification of andesite as well as how it forms
- Knowledge application - use your knowledge to answer questions about properties of andesite and phenocrysts
Additional Learning
To learn more on the application of andesite and its composition review the related lesson Andesite: Definition, Composition & Uses. This lesson includes the following objectives:
- Explore and view the physical properties of andesite
- Define phenocryst
- Learn how andesite is formed
- Discover real-world applications of andesite
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6 in chapter 5 of the course:
- Magma: Definition & Formation 8:12
- Volcanic vs Plutonic Igneous Rocks: Definition and Differences 8:42
- Bowen's Reaction Series: Crystallization Process & Magmatic Differentiation 6:56
- Classification of Igneous Rocks: Textures and Composition 7:04
- Locating Igneous Rocks: The Relationship Between Igneous Rocks & Tectonic Plates 5:13
- Andesite: Definition, Composition & Uses 3:37
- Go to Igneous Rocks in Geology: Help and Review
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