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  • Understanding Igneous Intrusive Rocks: Formation & Examples
    Melted rock that cools and hardens beneath the Earth's surface forms igneous intrusive rocks.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Igneous rocks: Rocks formed from the cooling and solidification of magma (molten rock) or lava.

    * Intrusive: Rocks that form when magma cools and solidifies *inside* the Earth's crust.

    Some examples of igneous intrusive rocks include:

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

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

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

    Let me know if you'd like to learn more about intrusive rocks or other types of igneous rocks!

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