Do two from #1-3, #4-6, #7-9, and #10-12. Eight total.

1. Illustrate and explain the rock cycle.

2. Compare and contrast shield volcanoes and stratovolcanoes.

3. Explain the origin of basalt magma.

4. List at least six physical properties commonly used to identify minerals.

5. Compare and contrast granite and basalt.

6. Explain the origin of granite magma

7. Compare and contrast diamond and graphite.

8. Describe the weathering of granite.

9. Present a classification of igneous rocks.

10. Illustrate and describe typical textures of igneous and sedimentary (clastic) rocks.

11. Explain how we can determine the stability of rocks with respect to chemical weathering.

12. Present a classification of (clastic) sedimentary rocks.