Weathering and Erosion & rock Cycle

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What type of rock is formed by smaller pieces of rock that settle at the bottom of a lake?

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Sedimentary rock.

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True/False: Igneous rocks can only turn into metamorphic rocks.

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False.

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What are the pieces of rock formed by weathering called?

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Sediments.

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What does erosion involve?

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The movement of weathered rock pieces by wind or water.

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What type of rock is found near the mouth of a volcano?

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Igneous rock.

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The continuous process of rock formation, breakdown, and reformation.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic.

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How do sedimentary rocks form?

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From the accumulation and compaction of sediments.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.