Rock Cycle

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What type of rock is formed from molten magma after a volcano erupts?

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Igneous

Front

Can any rock turn into any other kind of rock?

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True

Front

What is molten rock below the Earth's surface called?

Back

Magma

Front

What is molten rock above the Earth's surface called?

Back

Lava

Front

What type of rock is formed from layers of sediment over millions of years?

Back

Sedimentary

Front

What is the process called when rocks change from one type to another?

Back

Rock Cycle

Front

What type of rock is formed under high pressure and temperature?

Back

Metamorphic

Front

What are the three main types of rocks?

Back

Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic

Front

What is sediment?

Back

Small pieces of rock, minerals, and organic material that can accumulate and form sedimentary rocks.

Front

How does sedimentary rock form?

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Through the accumulation and compaction of sediment over time.