Lesson 3 The Rock Cycle

Lesson 3 The Rock Cycle

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Science

7th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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Kimberly Wollard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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rock cycle

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The continuous process of rock formation and transformation.

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2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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uplift

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The geological process of raising the Earth's surface.

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3.

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deposition

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The process by which sediments are laid down in new locations.

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4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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weathering

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The breaking down of rocks and minerals through natural processes.

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5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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erosion

Back

The process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces.

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6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Heat

Back

the transfer of thermal energy from a warmer object to a cooler object

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7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

pressure

Back

the amount of force applied over a specific area

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8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

erosion

Back

the process where natural forces like water, wind, or ice wear away and move soil, rocks, and other materials from one location to another