Curated OER
What are Igneous Rocks and How are They Formed?
Crystals form before your very eyes! What sixth grader wouldn't enjoy this lesson plan on igneous rock formation? Using hot Salol, junior geologists observe the crystal formation process as the material cools. This comprehensive lesson...
James Madison University
James Madison University: Clastic Sedimentary Rock Classification
An upper-level explanation of clastic sedimentary rock classification. Charts, diagrams, and review questions are included. Be sure to click on the PDF Clastic Identification key.
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Bc Open Textbooks: Physical Geology: Crystallization of Magma
The minerals that make up igneous rocks crystallize at a range of different temperatures. The sequence in which minerals crystallize from magma is known as the Bowen reaction series. An explanation of the reaction series is provided...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Fairly Simple Geology Exercises
A collection of geology exercises which include relevant background information, complete instructions, student handouts, and answer keys. Topics include rock and mineral identification, Bowen's reaction series, crystal models,...
James Madison University
James Madison U.: Bowen's Reaction Series & Igneous Rock Forming Minerals
If you're interested in learning about the igneous rock-forming minerals in seeing multiple pictures of each sample, then this is your site. It also includes the chain that these minerals follow. Click on the PDF link for a printable...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Igneous Rocks
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Factors that determine the composition of an igneous rock.
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Bowen's Reaction Series [Pdf]
This textbook excerpt illustrates the reactions observed to occur between minerals and magma, and the order of these reactions during magma crystallization that was described by Norman Bowen in the 1920s.