The 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.

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What type of igneous material cools fastest?

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Lava cools faster than magma because it is exposed to the air.

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What are sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments, often in layers.

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What processes change a metamorphic rock into an igneous rock?

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A metamorphic rock changes into an igneous rock through melting and cooling.

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What are metamorphic rocks?

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Metamorphic rocks are formed when existing rocks change due to extreme heat and pressure without melting.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks by wind, water, and ice.

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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.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments are laid down in new locations after being transported.

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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

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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.