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 processes like melting, cooling, erosion, and compaction.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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What is igneous rock?
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Igneous rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.
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What is sedimentary rock?
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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is metamorphic rock?
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Metamorphic rock is formed when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is weathering?
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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces through physical or chemical means.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1
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