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  • Igneous Rocks: Formation, Types, and Origins - Geology Explained
    Rocks formed from cooled and hardened molten material within the Earth's crust are called igneous rocks.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Igneous comes from the Latin word "ignis", meaning fire.

    * The molten material is called magma when it's underground and lava when it erupts onto the surface.

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