Aloian, Molly.

What are igneous rocks? / Molly Aloian. - St. Catharines, Ont. ; New york : Crabtree Pub., 2011. - 32 p. : col. ill., col. map ; 29 cm. - Let's rock .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.

The origins of igneous rocks -- The Earth's structure -- On the plates -- Eruptions in action -- Igneous rock formation -- Sticking out -- Staying inside -- Big-time basalt -- Great granite -- The mineral effect -- Super silicates -- Quality quartz -- The human touch. GRL: S

ISBN: 9780778772286 (reinforced lib. bdg. : alk. paper) 9780778772330 (pbk. : alk. paper) 9781427195227 (electronic (PDF))

LCCN: 2010024596

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Igneous rocks.
Petrology.
Magmatism.

LC Class. No.: QE461 / .A617 2011

Dewey Class. No.: 552/.1