Practice mode Soil Science

What determines the composition of an igneous rock?

Correct answer B. Composition of molten magma

Explanation

An igneous rock's minerals crystallise from molten magma, so its chemical and mineral make-up depends on the magma's composition; depth mainly affects crystal size.

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