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Why are descriptive classifications so useful?
 
  A) They group items of similar appearance, making it easy to guess which rock type they are.
  B) They describe classifications, making it easy to understand which classification the rock type falls into.
  C) They are only used in Geology, so there is not much confusion.
  D) They note similarities in creation, making it easy to understand formation processes.

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A classification scheme that grouped plutonic and metamorphic rocks together and sedimentary and volcanic rocks together would be based on
 
  A) the average grain size of the rocks.
  B) the presence of glass in the rocks.
  C) the location of the rock's formation.
  D) the bulk composition of the rocks.


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jharrington11

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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