Amplify Rock Transformation: Chapter 1

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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How do igneous rocks form?

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Igneous rocks form when magma cools and solidifies.

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What is the process of sedimentary rock formation?

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Sedimentary rocks form from the compaction and cementation of sediments.

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What type of rock is formed under heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock.

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Can sedimentary rocks transform into igneous rocks?

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Yes, if they are subjected to enough heat and pressure to melt.

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What is an example of sediment?

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Tiny pebbles and sand.

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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Magma is molten rock beneath the Earth's surface, while lava is magma that has reached the surface.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation and transformation between igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What is compaction in the context of sedimentary rock formation?

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Compaction is the process where sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.

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What is cementation in sedimentary rock formation?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals precipitate from water and bind sediment particles together.