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- https://geo.libretexts.org/Sandboxes/ajones124_at_sierracollege.edu/Geology_of_California_(DRAFT)/02%3A_Minerals_and_Rocks/2.03%3A_The_Rock_CycleThis page explains the three main types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic, and how they form through geological processes. It discusses the rock cycle, which illustrates the transformati...This page explains the three main types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic, and how they form through geological processes. It discusses the rock cycle, which illustrates the transformation of rocks via uplift, erosion, sedimentation, and other processes. Key steps in the cycle include burial, cementation, and weathering, highlighting the dynamic interactions within Earth's geology.
- https://geo.libretexts.org/Sandboxes/ajones124_at_sierracollege.edu/Geology_of_California_(DRAFT)/02%3A_Minerals_and_RocksThe chapter provides an introduction to minerals and rocks, focusing on their components and significance. Minerals, composed of atoms and elements, are essential to daily life and various industries....The chapter provides an introduction to minerals and rocks, focusing on their components and significance. Minerals, composed of atoms and elements, are essential to daily life and various industries. Rocks, which are aggregates of minerals, are categorized into igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic types based on their formation process. The chapter outlines learning objectives, discusses the rock cycle, and examines mineral properties.
- https://geo.libretexts.org/Sandboxes/ajones124_at_sierracollege.edu/Geology_of_California_(DRAFT)/02%3A_Minerals_and_Rocks/2.05%3A_Sedimentary_RocksThis page provides a detailed overview of clastic (detrital) sedimentary rocks, which are formed from the accumulation of rock and mineral fragments transported by natural forces and deposited as sedi...This page provides a detailed overview of clastic (detrital) sedimentary rocks, which are formed from the accumulation of rock and mineral fragments transported by natural forces and deposited as sediment. It explains the classification of clastic sedimentary rocks based on clast size, roundness, and sorting. The page also touches on other types of sedimentary rocks, including chemical and biochemical sedimentary rocks like limestone and chert.
- https://geo.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Earth_Science_(Lumen)/02%3A_Minerals/2.01%3A_Materials_of_Earths_CrustThis page discusses the composition of Earth's crust, which includes silicate minerals, carbonates, and native elements. It suggests visiting natural history museums to learn about these materials. Ad...This page discusses the composition of Earth's crust, which includes silicate minerals, carbonates, and native elements. It suggests visiting natural history museums to learn about these materials. Additionally, it explains how atoms form molecules through chemical bonding, leading to various minerals crucial for the formation of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.
- https://geo.libretexts.org/Courses/Lumen_Learning/Earth_Science_(Lumen)/03%3A_Rocks/3.03%3A_Metamorphic_RocksThis page discusses the formation and characteristics of metamorphic rocks created through metamorphism, influenced by heat and pressure. It distinguishes between foliated and non-foliated types and e...This page discusses the formation and characteristics of metamorphic rocks created through metamorphism, influenced by heat and pressure. It distinguishes between foliated and non-foliated types and explores contact and regional metamorphism. Common examples like slate, schist, quartzite, and marble are highlighted, along with their applications in construction and art. Key concepts related to metamorphic rocks and their uses are emphasized throughout the lesson.
