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 how rocks change from one type to another over time through various geological processes.

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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 are Igneous rocks formed?

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Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, minerals, and organic material that are transported and deposited by wind, water, or ice.

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What process turns sediment into sedimentary rock?

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Compaction and cementation.

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What is metamorphism?

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Metamorphism is the process by which existing rocks are transformed into metamorphic rocks through heat, pressure, and chemical processes.

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Can sedimentary rock turn into magma?

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YES, sedimentary rock can melt and turn into magma under extreme heat.

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What type of rock is formed under high pressure and temperature?

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Metamorphic rock.

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What is the process of melting and cooling in the rock cycle?

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This process can lead to the formation of igneous rocks.

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What is the role of heat in the formation of metamorphic rocks?

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Heat causes changes in the mineral structure of the rock, leading to metamorphism.