Chapter 3: Rock Transformations

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What is the process of rock formation from liquid rock called?

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Igneous rock formation.

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What type of rock forms from small pieces of rock that have been compacted together?

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Sedimentary rock.

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What type of rock is formed when existing rock is heated and compressed over time?

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Metamorphic rock.

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What is subduction in the context of rock transformation?

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Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate is pushed below another into the Earth's mantle.

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How do sedimentary rocks form?

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Sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What is the main difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation of sediments.

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Can sedimentary rock form from igneous rock material?

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Yes, sedimentary rock can form from weathered and eroded pieces of igneous rock.

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What is the role of weathering in the rock cycle?

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Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller pieces, which can then form sedimentary rocks.

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What is the definition of metamorphism?

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Metamorphism is the process by which existing rocks are transformed by heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.