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What are the differences between metamorphic rocks commonly used as building stones?
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Activity type(s): Classroom activity
Duration: 20 minutes
Suitable for ages: 11-14 years old, 14-16 years old, 16+
Description:
This is a group activity using photographs of metamorphic rocks used as building stones.
The aim of this activity is to help students understand metamorphic rocks, how they formed and how they are used as building stones. Resources available from: https://www.earthlearningidea.com/PDF/143_Building_stones_met.pdf
Links to activity files: https://earth-science.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/formidable/5/What-are-the-differences-between-metamorphic-rocks-commonly-used-as-building-stones.pdf
Subject areas:
- Natural resources
- Properties of construction materials
- Earth and Atmosphere
- Metamorphic geology
- Solar system and space physics
- Analysis and evaluation
- Development of scientific thinking
- Investigation
Keywords: Earth’s crust, Metamorphic rock, Sedimentary rock, Igneous rock, Crystals, Building stone, Metamorphism, Fossil
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