Rock Transformations Review Version 2

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What provides stronger evidence in scientific observations?

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Detailed observations provide stronger evidence.

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What is sediment made by?

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Sediment is made by wind and rain.

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What process helps form existing rock into metamorphic rock?

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Heat and pressure help form existing rock into metamorphic rock.

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What is the term for the movement of rock down below Earth’s outer layer?

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Subduction is the movement of rock down below Earth’s outer layer.

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What is the process called where sediment becomes glued together?

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The process where sediment becomes glued together is called cementation.

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What is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving sediment from one place to another.

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What is the term for the layering of sedimentary rocks?

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Stratification is the term for the layering of sedimentary rocks.

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What is the process of rocks being pressed together to form sedimentary rock?

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Compaction is the process of rocks being pressed together to form sedimentary rock.

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What is the term for molten rock beneath the Earth's surface?

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Magma is the term for molten rock beneath the Earth's surface.