Why Do Geologists Classify Rocks

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why do geologists classify rocks?

• A)to determine the chemical makeup of the Earth
• B)because rocks are the key to determining how the Earth formed
• C)because it makes it easier to tell them apart
• D)so that they can tell how old the rock is

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