2024 Rock Cycle Review

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What type of rock can turn into a metamorphic rock?

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Any type of rock can turn into a metamorphic rock.

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What is the process called when rocks break into smaller pieces due to exposure to natural elements?

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Weathering is the process when rocks break into smaller pieces due to exposure to natural elements.

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True or False: The color of a rock is a result of its chemical composition.

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True

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What process is used to form metamorphic rocks?

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Extreme heat and pressure from inside the Earth turn rocks into new rocks.

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Igneous and sedimentary rocks can become metamorphic. What numbers represent this process?

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3,11

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind or water flow.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small pieces of rock, minerals, and organic material that are transported by wind, water, or ice.

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How do igneous rocks form?

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Igneous rocks form when lava cools and hardens.