Rock Cycle

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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 various geological processes.

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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 igneous rock form?

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Igneous rock forms from the cooling and solidification of molten rock (magma or lava).

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What process transforms igneous rock into metamorphic rock?

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Igneous rock transforms into metamorphic rock through heat and pressure.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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How does metamorphic rock change into sediment?

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Metamorphic rock changes into sediment through weathering and erosion.

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What is the process of melting and cooling in the rock cycle?

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Melting and cooling is the process where rocks melt into magma and then cool to form igneous rock.

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What role does weathering play in the rock cycle?

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Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller particles, which can then become sediment.

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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Magma is molten rock beneath the Earth's surface, while lava is molten rock that has erupted onto the surface.

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What is cementation in the context of sedimentary rock formation?

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