Amplify Rock Transformation Test 2024/25

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What is subduction?

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Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate moves under another plate and sinks into the mantle.

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What causes weathering in rocks?

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Weathering is caused by natural forces such as wind and rain that break down larger rocks into smaller pieces.

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How is sedimentary rock formed?

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Sedimentary rock is formed when sediments are compressed and glued together, often below the Earth's surface.

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What two factors create metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is created by heat and pressure under the surface of the Earth.

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What is the result of compaction and cementation of sediments?

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The result is the formation of sedimentary rock.

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What is the role of Earth's interior in rock transformation?

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Earth's interior provides heat and pressure that can transform rocks into metamorphic rock.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rock?

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Igneous rock forms from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rock forms from the accumulation and compaction of sediments.

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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, often by wind or water.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation, breakdown, and reformation through various geological processes.

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What is compaction in geology?

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Compaction is the process where sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.