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Author Question: Why is plutonic a synonym of intrusive? A) They mean the same thing. B) Plutonic comes from the ... (Read 67 times)

erika

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Why is plutonic a synonym of intrusive?
 
  A) They mean the same thing.
  B) Plutonic comes from the Greek god of the underworld; intrusive rocks are formed beneath the surface of the Earth.
  C) Plutonic comes from the Roman god of the ocean; intrusive rocks are formed in water.
  D) Plutonic comes from the Roman god of fire; intrusive rocks form from lava on the earth's surface.

Question 2

The deterioration of surface rock can be attributed to weathering. What can be a result of weathering?
 
  A) the formation of metamorphic rock
  B) tectonic action
  C) lithification to form sedimentary rock
  D) volcanic action


Ksh22

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

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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