Rocks!

Front

A natural process that slowly changes or breaks apart rocks.

Back

WEATHERING

Front

When sediments are PICKED UP and moved to a new place.

Back

EROSION

Front

When sediments are DROPPED OFF at a new location.

Back

DEPOSITION

Front

How will a chalk rock feel?

Back

DUSTY

Front

What kind of rock is large and found near the water’s edge? Options: RESTING ROCK, FISHING ROCK, BRIDGE ROCK, SPLASHING ROCK

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SPLASHING ROCK

Front

What is one reason memory rocks are so special?

Back

They do not belong to any group of rocks.

Front

How do sedimentary rocks form?

Back

Sand, mud and pebbles settle into layers and get squeezed together.

Front

__________________ rocks form when lava or magma cools and hardens.

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IGNEOUS

Front

What type of rock would you expect to find near a volcano?

Back

IGNEOUS

Front

What is needed for a metamorphic rock to form?

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HEAT AND PRESSURE