Magma, Igneous Rocks, and Intrusive Activity

The Geology credentials document competencies needed to research and study the physical aspects of the Earth, such as its composition, structure, and processes to learn about the past, present, and future. Those in geology occupations use a wide variety of tools in the field, collect rock samples, and use sophisticated equipment that measures and penetrates the Earth. Those in the field of geology can work in the field and in the lab or even the classroom. Many workers in this field are also involved in the search for and development of natural resources, environmental protection and preservation, reduction of natural hazards, and use seismographs and other instruments to collect data on events such as earthquakes and tsunamis. Specifically, this badge demonstrates the earner's ability to describe the characteristics and composition of magma including the formation process, the four basic igneous compositions, six major igneous textures, types of igneous rocks, and intrusive igneous structures.