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The Rock Family

An exploration of igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks using Internet, note-taking, and concept mapping skills.

NAME:

Choose the one you like best!

You have been asked to find information about THREE types of rocks: igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary.

You must choose the Web site that has the BEST information about these rocks. Click on each of the Web site addresses below to visit the sites.

http://www.cotf.edu/ete/modules/msese/earthsysflr/rock.html

http://www.learner.org/interactives/rockcycle/

http://www.windows.ucar.edu/tour/link=/earth/geology/rocks_intro.html

Choose the ONE you like best, insert an asterisk next to it, and answer these questions about it:

What is the NAME of the site you’ve chosen? Click in the space below and type your answer:

Why do you think this is the best site? Click in the space below and type your answer:

What DIDN’T you like about the other sites? Click in the space below and type your answer:

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