Rocks & Rock Cycle

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The name of a person that studies rocks and the earth.

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geologist

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

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What are the 3 major types of rocks?

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Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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The process by which metamorphic rock changes to igneous rock begins with

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melting

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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The process by which igneous rocks are formed...

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melting and cooling

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The process by which metamorphic rocks are formed...

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heat and pressure

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The name rock is given when it is broken down into smaller pieces.

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sediment

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_______ rock forms from magma/lava
Options: Metamorphic, Sedimentary, Igneous

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Igneous

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During the rock cycle, what forms when the magma cools? Options: igneous rocks, sedimentary rock, metamorphic rock, foliated rock

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igneous rocks

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Sedimentary rocks may contain fossils.

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True

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

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This rock was another type of rock that was heated and compressed over time. What type of rock is this? Options: Sedimentary, Igneous, Metamorphic

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Metamorphic