Rock Cycle

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What is an Intrusive Rock?

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An igneous rock that forms from magma cooling slowly beneath the Earth's surface, resulting in large crystals.

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What is a Chemical Property of Rocks?

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A characteristic of a rock that can be observed during a chemical reaction, such as reaction with acids.

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What is Magma?

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Melted rock that is found beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is Deposition in the Rock Cycle?

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The process by which sediment settles and accumulates in water or low-lying areas.

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What happens when heat and pressure cause a rock to melt?

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The material that forms is called Magma.

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What is the Rock Cycle?

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A continuous process where rocks are formed, broken down, and reformed through geological processes.

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What are Sedimentary Rocks?

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Rocks formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What is the difference between Extrusive and Intrusive Rocks?

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Extrusive rocks form from lava that cools quickly on the Earth's surface, while intrusive rocks form from magma that cools slowly underground.

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What is Metamorphic Rock?

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Rocks that have been changed from their original form due to heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.

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What is Compaction in the Rock Cycle?

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The process where sediments are pressed together under their own weight, forming sedimentary rock.