Here's why:
* Rapid Cooling: When magma or lava cools quickly, the mineral crystals don't have enough time to grow large.
* Small Crystals: This results in many tiny crystals that are difficult to see without a microscope.
* Fine-Grained Texture: The overall appearance of the rock is described as fine-grained.
Examples of fine-grained igneous rocks include basalt, rhyolite, and andesite.