The Rock Cycle

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of transformation of rocks from one type to another, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What are sediments?

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Sediments are small pieces of rock, minerals, and organic material that are broken down by weathering and erosion.

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What type of rock is formed from cooling magma or lava?

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Igneous rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

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What process turns sediment into sedimentary rock?

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Weathering and erosion break down rocks into sediments, which then compact and cement together to form sedimentary rock.

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What is metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed from existing rocks that change due to heat and pressure.

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What is the most common type of rock on Earth's surface?

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Igneous rock is the most common type of rock found on Earth's surface.

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What is the role of heat and pressure in the rock cycle?

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Heat and pressure can transform existing rocks into metamorphic rocks.

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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 molten rock that has erupted onto the Earth's surface.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.