Question

interpreting diagrams: 1. which graph above best represents the relationship between the length of time molten material beneath earth’s surface takes to cool and the size of the crystals in the rock formed by the molten material? a. a b. b c. c d. d

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the concept

The longer molten material takes to cool beneath Earth's surface, the larger the crystals in the rock formed by it. This is a direct - relationship.

Step2: Analyze the graphs

Graph A shows an inverse relationship (as time increases, crystal size decreases). Graph B shows no relationship (crystal size is constant with time). Graph C shows a direct relationship (as time increases, crystal size increases). Graph D shows a non - continuous or undefined relationship.

Answer:

c. C