Here's why:
* Ductility refers to a material's ability to deform under stress without breaking.
* Clay is a very ductile material, meaning it can be molded and shaped without fracturing.
* Rocks can also be ductile, especially under high pressure and temperature conditions found deep within the Earth's crust.
Examples of Ductile Rocks:
* Salt - Often forms salt domes due to its ductility
* Marble - Can be sculpted and carved
* Schist - A metamorphic rock that can bend and fold
* Some types of granite - Can exhibit ductile behavior under certain conditions
Important Note: While some rocks are ductile, others are brittle. Brittle rocks tend to break or fracture when stressed, rather than deform.
