“Stollingsgesteente” is a Dutch word with 7 letters, translating to “igneous rock” in English. These rocks form through the solidification of molten rock material, either below the Earth’s surface (magma) or after eruption onto the surface (lava).
The composition and cooling rate of the molten rock determine the resulting igneous rock’s characteristics. Igneous rocks come in a wide variety, including granite, basalt, and obsidian, each with unique properties and geological significance.