Rock Cycle Review

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What is the Rock Cycle?

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The Rock Cycle is a continuous process that describes how rocks change from one type to another over time through processes like melting, cooling, erosion, and compaction.

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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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How does a Metamorphic rock become a Sedimentary rock?

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A Metamorphic rock becomes a Sedimentary rock through the processes of Weathering, Erosion, Compaction, and Cementation.

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What is an Igneous rock?

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An Igneous rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

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What is the process of Erosion?

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Erosion is the process where sediments are picked up and carried away by wind, moving water, or ice.

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What are Sediments?

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Sediments are small pieces of rock, mud, and sand that can accumulate and form sedimentary rocks.

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What is Compaction in the context of the Rock Cycle?

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Compaction is the process where sediments are pressed together under pressure, forming solid rock.

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What is Cementation?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles of sediment together to form rock.

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What is a Sedimentary Rock?

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A Sedimentary Rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments.

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What is a Metamorphic Rock?

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A Metamorphic Rock is formed when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemically.