Rocks + Rock Cycle Review

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What are sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles, often containing fossils.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process that describes the transformation of rocks through various geological processes including erosion, sedimentation, and metamorphism.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What type of rock is formed from cooled magma beneath the Earth's surface?

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Intrusive Igneous Rock.

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What type of rock is formed from cooled lava on the Earth's surface?

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Extrusive Igneous Rock.

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What is metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.

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What process leads to the formation of sedimentary rocks?

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The processes of weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, and cementation.

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What is the significance of fossils in sedimentary rocks?

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Fossils provide evidence of past life and can help determine the age of the rock layer.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-LS4-1

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What happens during the melting process in the rock cycle?

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Rocks are heated to the point where they turn into magma.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through physical or chemical means.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2