Rock Cycle

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process that describes the transformation of rocks through various stages: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic, driven by geological processes such as melting, cooling, erosion, and compaction.

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True or False: Each rock type can follow only one pathway of the rock cycle.

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False. Each rock type can follow multiple pathways in the rock cycle.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks through natural forces such as wind, water, and ice.

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What type of rock forms from extreme heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock forms from extreme heat and pressure.

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How are rocks primarily classified?

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Rocks are primarily classified based on how they form: igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another, often by wind, water, or ice.

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What is cementation in the rock cycle?

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Cementation is the process in which dissolved minerals crystallize and glue sediment together to form sedimentary rock.

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What are igneous rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of molten rock (magma or lava).

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What are sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breakdown of rocks in place, while erosion involves the movement of those broken materials to a new location.