The Rock Cycle Pre Test

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What type of rock is formed from magma cooling inside the Earth?

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Igneous rock is formed from magma cooling and solidifying either below the surface or after a volcanic eruption.

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What causes compaction in sedimentary rocks?

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The weight of the layers above compresses the sediments, causing compaction.

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Where does the heat that causes metamorphism originate?

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The heat comes from the Earth's mantle and magma.

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What process do igneous and metamorphic rocks undergo to become sediment?

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Weathering and erosion break down rocks into smaller particles, which can become sediment.

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What classification does coal fall under?

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Coal is classified as Non-Clastic (organic) sedimentary rock.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process where rocks are formed, broken down, and reformed through geological processes.

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What are sedimentary rocks primarily made of?

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Sedimentary rocks are primarily made of particles from other rocks and organic materials.

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What is metamorphism?

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

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from cooled magma, while sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and compaction of sediments.

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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 like wind, water, and ice.