Rock Cycle Rocks!!!!! Practice Test

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small pieces of rock, minerals, or organic material that have been broken down by weathering and erosion.

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What are the three major types of rocks?

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Igneous, Metamorphic, and Sedimentary.

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What is compaction in the rock cycle?

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Compaction is the process where sediments are pressed together tightly under pressure.

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How are igneous rocks formed?

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Igneous rocks are formed through the melting and cooling of magma or lava.

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Can sedimentary rocks become igneous rocks?

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False. Sedimentary rocks can change into metamorphic rocks, but they can also melt and become igneous rocks.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces due to environmental factors like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of sediments from one location to another, often caused by water, wind, or ice.

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What is cementation?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles of sediment together.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and compaction of sediments.

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What role does heat and pressure play in the rock cycle?

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Heat and pressure can transform sedimentary rocks into metamorphic rocks.