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The Formation of Rocks: Understanding the Earth’s Geological Processes

From Magma to Igneous Rocks: Understanding Volcanic Activity Igneous rocks are formed through the cooling and solidification of magma or lava. Magma is molten rock that is found beneath the Earth’s surface, while lava is magma that has erupted onto the Earth’s surface. When magma cools and solidifies beneath the Earth’s surface, it forms intrusive igneous rocks, such as granite…