Rock Cycle

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What is the Rock Cycle?

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The Rock Cycle is a continuous process that describes how rocks change from one type to another over time through various geological processes.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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How do igneous rocks form?

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

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What is sedimentary rock made of?

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Sedimentary rock is made of particles, or sediments, that have been compacted and cemented together.

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What process turns sediments into sedimentary rock?

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The process that turns sediments into sedimentary rock is called compacting and cementing.

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What is metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is rock that has been changed from its original form due to heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.

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Where do metamorphic rocks typically form?

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Metamorphic rocks typically form deep underground where heat and pressure are high.

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What is magma?

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Magma is molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is lava?

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Lava is magma that has reached the Earth's surface.

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What process changes magma into igneous rock?

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The process that changes magma into igneous rock is called cooling and crystallizing.