Rock Cycle

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What is magma?

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Magma is molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface.

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What type of rock is formed by pressure and heat from igneous or sedimentary rocks?

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Metamorphic rock.

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What process breaks down sedimentary rocks?

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Weathering.

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How are sedimentary rocks formed?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from sediment that gets cemented together under pressure.

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What type of rock is formed when hot magma cools quickly?

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Igneous rock.

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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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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and cementation of sediment.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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

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Pressure causes changes in the mineral structure and composition of existing rocks, leading to the formation of metamorphic rocks.