-Referring to the figure, which rock cooled quickly near the surface?
A)granite
B)diorite
C)basalt
D)gabbro

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-Referring to the figure, which rock cooled quickly near the surface?
A)granite 
B)diorite 
C)basalt 
D)gabbro

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Basalt is an extrusive igneous rock, meaning it forms from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava at or near the Earth's surface, which allows it to cool quickly compared to intrusive rocks like granite, diorite, and gabbro that cool slowly beneath the surface.

-Referring to the Figure, Which Rock Cooled Quickly near the Surface