Rock Transformations

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What determines the type of rock?

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The type of rock is determined by how the rock was formed.

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What is compaction in the context of rock formation?

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Compaction is the process of sediment being buried and pressed together.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of sediment from one place to another, often caused by wind or flowing water.

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What is cementation?

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Cementation is the process of sediment being glued together.

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What is magma?

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Magma is the hot liquid rock below the surface of Earth.

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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Magma is found beneath the Earth's surface, while lava is magma that has erupted onto the surface.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, minerals, or organic material that are transported by wind, water, or ice.

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What role does weathering play in rock transformation?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces, contributing to sediment formation.

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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 are igneous rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.