Rock Cycle Review

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What is the process of sedimentary rock formation?

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Sedimentary rock is formed by layers of mineral deposits that are compressed over a long time period.

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What type of rock is formed from cooled magma or lava?

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Igneous rock.

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What is the term for the process of weathered rock being carried away?

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Erosion.

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What type of rock is created under extreme heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock.

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Where does the process of rock formation begin deep inside the Earth?

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In the core of the Earth.

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

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Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process where rocks are formed, broken down, and reformed through geological processes.

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How does weathering contribute to the rock cycle?

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Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller particles, which can then be transported by erosion.

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What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks?

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Intrusive igneous rocks form from magma that cools slowly beneath the Earth's surface, while extrusive igneous rocks form from lava that cools quickly on the surface.

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What role does pressure play in the formation of metamorphic rocks?

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Pressure causes the minerals in existing rocks to recrystallize, forming metamorphic rocks.