Rock Cycle

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What type of rock forms from magma or lava?

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Igneous rock forms from magma or lava.

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How does a sedimentary rock become an igneous rock?

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A sedimentary rock becomes an igneous rock by melting, then cooling and crystallizing.

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What process changes rocks into magma?

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Melting is the process that changes rocks into magma.

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What type of rock is created by heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock is created by heat and pressure.

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What is the energy source for the formation of metamorphic rocks?

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The energy source for metamorphic rocks to form is the Earth's hot interior.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What is sedimentary rock primarily made of?

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Sedimentary rock is primarily made of sediments that have compacted and cemented together.

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

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces is called weathering.

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What is the process of moving sediments from one place to another?

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The process of moving sediments is called erosion.

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What happens to igneous rock when it is subjected to heat and pressure?

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Igneous rock can change into metamorphic rock when subjected to heat and pressure.