Minerals and Rocks

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What is an intrusive rock?

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A type of rock that is formed inside the Earth from the slow cooling of magma.

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What does mafic mean in terms of rock color?

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Mafic rocks are dark overall in color due to their high content of magnesium and iron.

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How does sedimentary rock transform into igneous rock?

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Sedimentary rock transforms into igneous rock by melting and cooling.

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What process transforms sedimentary rock into metamorphic rock?

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Sedimentary rock transforms into metamorphic rock through heat and pressure.

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What is a defining characteristic of minerals?

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Minerals have a definite chemical composition.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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

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What are the two main types of igneous rocks?

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Intrusive (plutonic) and extrusive (volcanic) rocks.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation and transformation between igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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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.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.