3 Types of Rocks

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What type of rock is granite?

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Igneous rock, formed from cooled magma.

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What are the three major types of rocks?

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Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary.

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What type of rock is formed when magma cools?

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Igneous rock.

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What are sediments?

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Small pieces of rock and minerals that are formed by weathering.

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How are sedimentary rocks formed?

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By the pressing together of layers of sediments.

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What is an example of a sedimentary rock?

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Sandstone.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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What is the process of forming metamorphic rocks called?

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Metamorphism, which involves heat and pressure.

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What is an example of a metamorphic rock?

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Marble, which is formed from limestone.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The continuous process of rock formation and transformation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What is the main characteristic of igneous rocks?

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They are formed from cooled and solidified magma or lava.