Explore the fascinating world of igneous rocks in this 38-minute lecture video. Delve into the main categories of igneous rocks found in Earth's crust, gaining a deeper understanding of their formation and characteristics. Learn about the properties of magma, mineralogy of common igneous rocks, and various igneous compositions. Discover different igneous textures, including porphyritic and pyroclastic textures. Examine specific rock types such as granitic, dioritic, and gabbroic compositions. Master the art of naming igneous rocks and their classification. Benefit from closed captions for enhanced comprehension throughout this comprehensive geology lesson.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Characteristics of Magma
Mineralogy of Common Igneous Rocks
Igneous Compositions
Different Igneous Textures
Porphyritic Textures
Igneous Textures Pyroclastic texture
Igneous Rocks: Granitic Compositions
Naming Igneous Rocks
Igneous Rocks: Dioritic Compositions
Igneous Rocks: Gabbroic Compositions
End of Lecture
Taught by
Earth and Space Sciences X
