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Synopsis for Lesson 12.1:

Title: "Igneous Rocks"

Grade Level: 9 - 12

Objectives: By the completion of this activity, students should:

  1. Be able to explain why igneous rocks are important.
  2. Be able to explain how each variety of igneous rock forms.
  3. Be able to explain what characteristics are used to identify igneous rocks.
  4. Be able to tell one common igneous rock from another.
  5. Be able to identify intrusive formations where igneous rocks form within the earth.

 

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