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  • Intrusive Igneous Rocks: Formation & Examples
    Magma that solidifies far below the Earth's surface forms intrusive igneous rocks.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Magma: Molten rock found beneath the Earth's surface.

    * Intrusive: Describes igneous rocks that form when magma cools and solidifies *within* the Earth's crust.

    * Igneous Rocks: Rocks formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

    Examples of intrusive igneous rocks include:

    * Granite: A light-colored, coarse-grained rock.

    * Gabbro: A dark-colored, coarse-grained rock.

    * Diorite: A medium-colored, coarse-grained rock.

    These rocks are often characterized by their large crystals, which have time to grow as the magma cools slowly deep underground.

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