Rock Transformations Chapter 3 Review

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What is igneous rock?

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

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How can sedimentary rock transform into igneous rock?

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Sedimentary rock can transform into igneous rock if it is buried deep within the Earth and exposed to high temperatures and pressures, causing it to melt into magma.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process by which rocks are formed, broken down, and transformed into different types of rocks over time.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles, often in layers.

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What is metamorphic rock?

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

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What role does energy play in rock transformations?

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Energy from various sources, such as heat from the Earth's interior or the sun, drives the processes that transform rocks from one type to another.

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How does weathering affect rocks?

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Weathering is the process that breaks down rocks into smaller pieces due to environmental factors like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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Magma is molten rock found beneath the Earth's surface, while lava is magma that has reached the Earth's surface.

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What is plate tectonics?

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Plate tectonics is the theory that explains the movement of the Earth's lithosphere, which is divided into tectonic plates.