Rock Transformations Review

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What is the role of energy in rock transformations?

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Energy from different sources leads to different types of rock. Energy inside Earth melts rock into liquid rock, while energy from the sun causes rock to weather into small pieces.

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Can sedimentary rock transform into igneous rock?

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Yes, if sedimentary rock is exposed to enough energy, it can melt into liquid rock and form igneous rock.

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What happens when tectonic plates collide?

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When tectonic plates collide, one plate can go underneath another, causing geological changes such as the formation of mountains or earthquakes.

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What are the two main types of rock?

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The two main types of rock are igneous rock, which forms from cooled liquid rock, and sedimentary rock, which forms from compacted small pieces of rock.

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How do igneous rocks form?

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

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What is sedimentary rock made of?

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Sedimentary rock is made of small pieces of rock, minerals, and organic material that have been compacted and cemented together.

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What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks?

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Intrusive igneous rocks form from magma that cools slowly beneath the Earth's surface, while extrusive igneous rocks form from lava that cools quickly on the surface.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is the rock cycle?

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

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What is metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.