Which of the following statements about mafic rocks is true?
A Mafic rocks are richer in silica than felsic rocks
B Mafic rocks crystallize at higher temperatures than felsic rocks
C Mafic rocks are more viscous than felsic rocks
D Mafic rocks tend to be lighter in color than felsic rocks.
The correct Answer Is B
B Mafic rocks crystallize at higher temperatures than felsic rocks
A Mafic rocks are richer in silica than felsic rocks
B Mafic rocks crystallize at higher temperatures than felsic rocks
C Mafic rocks are more viscous than felsic rocks
D Mafic rocks tend to be lighter in color than felsic rocks.
The correct Answer Is B
B Mafic rocks crystallize at higher temperatures than felsic rocks