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What is a type of rock formed by cooled magma?

The type of rock formed by cooled magma is called igneous rock.

Here's a breakdown:

* Magma: Molten rock found beneath the Earth's surface.

* Lava: Magma that has erupted onto the Earth's surface.

* Igneous rock: Rock formed when magma or lava cools and solidifies.

There are two main types of igneous rocks:

* Intrusive igneous rocks: Formed when magma cools and solidifies beneath the Earth's surface. These rocks tend to have larger crystals due to the slower cooling process. Examples include granite and gabbro.

* Extrusive igneous rocks: Formed when lava cools and solidifies on the Earth's surface. These rocks tend to have smaller crystals due to the faster cooling process. Examples include basalt and rhyolite.

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