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What process forms sedimentary rocks?

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Compaction and cementation.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a series of processes that continuously change rocks from one form to another through melting, cooling, weathering, erosion, compaction, cementation, heat, and pressure.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that involves the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces.

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How does subduction affect rock formation?

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Subduction causes rocks to be exposed to high heat and pressure, transforming them into metamorphic rocks.

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What is melting in the context of the rock cycle?

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Melting is the process where solid rocks turn into magma due to high temperatures.

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What is cooling in the context of the rock cycle?

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Cooling is the process where magma loses heat and solidifies into igneous rock.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is compaction?

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Compaction is the process where sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.

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What is cementation?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles of sediment together.

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What are igneous rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.