Rocks and Rock Cycle!

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What are the 3 major types of rocks?

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Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary

Front

What process is shown by letter A in the rock cycle diagram?

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Erosion

Front

What process is shown by letter B in the rock cycle diagram?

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Heat & Pressure

Front

What is letter A in the rock cycle diagram?

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Igneous Rock

Front

What is the process of layers becoming stuck together to form sedimentary rocks?

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Cementation

Front

What type of rock is formed from cooled magma or lava?

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Igneous Rock

Front

What type of rock is formed from the alteration of existing rock due to heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic Rock

Front

What type of rock is formed from the accumulation of sediment?

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Sedimentary Rock

Front

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

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Weathering

Front

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

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Erosion