Rocks

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What type of rock forms from extreme heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock forms from extreme heat and pressure.

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True or False: Igneous rocks can only turn into metamorphic rocks.

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False. Igneous rocks can also turn into sedimentary rocks through weathering and erosion.

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What are the 3 major types of rocks?

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The three major types of rocks are Igneous, Metamorphic, and Sedimentary.

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What type of rock cools on the outside of a volcano and may contain air bubbles?

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Igneous rock cools on the outside of a volcano and may contain air bubbles.

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Where are sedimentary rocks often found?

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Sedimentary rocks are often found near lakes, rivers, and oceans.

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What is the process called when sediments are compacted and cemented together to form sedimentary rocks?

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The process is called lithification.

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What is the main difference between igneous rocks and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from the cooling of molten rock, while sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation of sediments.

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What is an example of an igneous rock?

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An example of an igneous rock is granite.

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What is an example of a metamorphic rock?

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An example of a metamorphic rock is schist.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation, breakdown, and reformation.