Download or read book How Do Volcanoes Make Rock written by Ellen Lawrence and published by Bearport Publishing. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a huge volcano erupts, scorching-hot lava pours down its slopes. Soon, however, the lava will cool and become solid rock. This book explores how igneous rock is formed from magma, featuring a clear, accessible, step-by-step explanation of the process. Readers will not only learn about different types of igneous rock, they will also be introduced to some amazing igneous rock formations, as well as find out how people use this special kind of rock. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled volume gives readers a chance to learn and develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. From stunning photographs to high-interest facts about igneous rocks, this book makes learning about Earth’s geology a lively, engaging experience.
Download or read book A Look at Igneous Rocks written by Cecelia H. Brannon and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Describes the igneous rocks, how they are formed, how they are used, and their role inn the rock cycle"--
Download or read book A Look at Igneous Rocks written by Cecelia H. Brannon and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easy-to-comprehend language and full-page photographs of igneous rocks inform readers on what they are, how they are formed, the different kinds that exist, and how humans use them.
Download or read book Exploring Igneous Rocks written by Marie Rogers and published by 'The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc'. This book was released on 2021-12-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Igneous rocks form when magma from Earth's core cools as it moves toward Earth's surface. Most of Earth is made of igneous rock, which is sometimes called "fire rock." Your readers will learn the different kinds of igneous rock, how igneous rocks form, and how igneous rocks fit into the rock cycle. Captivating photographs show readers how beautiful igneous rocks are and fact boxes provide exciting additional information.
Download or read book What Are Igneous Rocks written by Kristen Rajczak Nelson and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2017-07-15 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Igneous rocks are often portrayed as the result of one of Earths most exciting eventsa volcanic eruption. While some may form that way, igneous rock on Earth can form much more quietly, and even underground. This volume presents readers with all the ways igneous rock can form, as well as the names and full-color photographs of some of the most common types. Written to be a simple but thorough review of the topic, the main content is suited to readers of all levels.
Download or read book What Are Igneous Rocks written by Elisa Peters and published by Encyclopaedia Britannica. This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume covers volcanoes, magma, crystals, granite, and other aspects of igneous rocks. It includes the science behind the rock cycle and the formation of igneous rocks as well as household uses of igneous rocks.
Download or read book Igneous Rocks written by Darlene R. Stille and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2008 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A look at what igneous rocks are, how they are formed and what they are used for.
Download or read book Igneous Rocks written by Ruth Daly and published by . This book was released on 2015-08 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Igneous rocks are formed from rocks that have melted in temperatures of up to 2,400˚ Fahrenheit (1,315˚ Celsius). Pumice, an igneous rock, can float because of how light and porous it is. Learn more in Igneous Rocks.
Download or read book Igneous Rocks written by Ava Sawyer and published by Rocks. This book was released on 2020-02-06 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you know igneous rock is formed as a result of volcanic activity? This type of rock is made up of minerals. Find out more about minerals, where igneous rocks form and what purposes they serve. You may even have igneous rocks in your own home!
Download or read book What Are Rocks Made Of written by Ellen Lawrence and published by Rock-Ology: The Hard Facts abo. This book was released on 2020 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A chunk of granite rock may look gray and boring, but take a closer look under a microscope and it's possible to see that the rock is made from billions of tiny colorful grains. Each microscopic grain is a substance called a mineral, and it's minerals that are the ingredients that make up all the rocks on Earth. In this book, readers will learn how different combinations of minerals create different types of rocks. They'll discover that metals, such as gold, are actually minerals that can be found in rocks. And they'll learn that some minerals grow as beautiful shapes called crystals that can be made into precious gemstones such as rubies and sapphires. Filled with information perfectly suited to the abilities and interests of an early elementary audience, this colorful, fact-filled volume gives readers a chance not only to learn, but also to develop their powers of observation and critical thinking. From stunning photographs to high-interest facts, this book makes exploring the topic of rocks and minerals a lively, engaging experience.
Download or read book Granite and Other Igneous Rocks written by Nancy Kelly Allen and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2009-01-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains what igneous rock is and how it forms, examines different types of igneous rocks, and looks at how they are used.
Download or read book Igneous Rocks written by Chris Oxlade and published by Capstone Classroom. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an introduction to igneous rocks, telling how they are formed, the different types, and how they are used.
Download or read book Researching Rocks written by Sally M. Walker and published by Lerner Digital ™. This book was released on 2017-08-01 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Rocks can be made of many different minerals. By looking at rocks closely, we can tell where they were formed and what conditions they were created in. How do we know these things? And how do we tell different types of rocks apart? Learn about ways to research rocks and what they can teach us about our world.
Download or read book Igneous Rocks written by Jenny Fretland VanVoorst and published by Bellwether Media. This book was released on 2019-08-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For most of us, igneous rocks are no more than a stone’s throw away. These underrated rocks make up more than half of Earth’s crust! Not only that, but they have many uses in building, medicine, and other industries. This title dives deep into the properties, types, formation, and uses of igneous rocks. Special features designed to visually engage readers such as a profile, an activity, formation diagrams, and a rock cycle chart, complete this fact-filled read.
Download or read book Igneous Rocks written by Richard Spilsbury and published by Wayland. This book was released on 2019-02-14 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This photographic book looks at igneous rock, one of the three main rock types. It explores how it is formed through the cooling and solidification of fiery orange magma or lava that explodes from volcanoes. This book covers important Earth science concepts and the different kinds of igneous rocks, how identify them by their physical properties, and what clues they offer about our planet's past. The text also clues readers in on the ways we can use this tough rock as a resource, and how people living near volcanoes can benefit from living in a volcanic environment. Sidebars, fact boxes, and interesting photos supplement the texts information-rich content.
Download or read book Igneous Rocks written by Lisa Owings and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get ready to get your hands dirty with Igneous Rocks. With its reader-friendly and interactive approach, this title covers key curriculum Earth science topics in an engaging way. This title explores the natural processes, how geologists study igneous rocks, and how igneous rocks relate to the reader's daily life. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Download or read book Granite and Other Igneous Rocks written by Chris Pellant and published by Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP. This book was released on 2007-01-12 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the properties of igneous rocks and introduces specific examples of this type of rock, including granite, basalt, and serpentinite.
