Rocks

Rock Identification

Use the pictures below and the characteristics of the rock to identify the type of rock in each picture.

Rock characteristics:

Igneous: Sedimentary: Metamorphic:

Glassy Texture Horizontal Layers Distorted Banding

Gas Pockets Made of sediments

Crystals May Contain Fossils

Write down 1 piece of evidence above that matches the rock in the picture. Then write down the type of rock it is on your lab sheet.

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Sample 1


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Sample 2


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Sample 3


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Sample 4


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Sample 5


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Sample 6


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