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____ is the process that sediment goes through to form soild rock

Lithification

Where is granite found in Ireland

Wicklow mountains/ mourne mountains

What minerals are found in granite

silica & feldspar

Explain intrusive rock and give an example

formed inside the earth's crust e.g., granite

Explain extrusive rock and give an example

formed externally on the earth's crust e.g., basalt

What are the two types of igneous rocks

Granite & basalt

What are the two types of sedimentary rock

Sandstone & limestone

What are the 3 main rock categories

Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic

Explain basalt's appearance

Small crystals/ black & grey in colour

Where is basalt found in Ireland

Antrim derry plateau & giants causeway