Rock Cycle Exit Ticket

How do sedimentary rocks form?

• Through the accumulation and compaction of sediments.

• By cooling and solidifying magma.

• Through the metamorphosis of igneous rocks.

• By the crystallization of minerals from a solution.

What is an example of a metamorphic rock?

• Granite

• Basalt

• Schist

• Sandstone

What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

• Weathering is the movement of rocks, while erosion is the breaking down of those rocks.

• Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.

• Weathering and erosion are the same processes that occur simultaneously.

• Weathering is the process of creating new rocks, while erosion is the process of destroying them.

What are the three main types of rocks in the rock cycle?

• Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

• Granite, limestone, and shale.

• Basalt, sandstone, and slate.

• Coal, chalk, and pumice.

What is an example of a sedimentary rock?

• Granite

• Basalt

• Sandstone

• Marble

What is the process of one type of rock transforming into a different type of rock called?

• The Rock Cycle

• The Water Cycle

• The Carbon Cycle

• The Nitrogen Cycle

What is the significance of the rock cycle in geology?

• It describes the continuous process of rock formation, breakdown, and reformation.

• It explains the formation of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

• It outlines the types of minerals found in different rock types.

• It details the history of Earth's atmosphere and climate.

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

• Erosion

• Weathering

• Sedimentation

• Lithification

What type of rock primarily forms the earth's outer layer?

• Sedimentary rock

• Metamorphic rock

• Igneous rock

• Volcanic rock

What role does erosion play in the rock cycle?

• Erosion transports sediments from one location to another, contributing to sedimentary rock formation.

• Erosion breaks down rocks into smaller pieces without moving them.

• Erosion creates new rocks by solidifying molten lava.

• Erosion has no significant impact on the rock cycle.