Patterns of Change Unit 3 Week 3

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What is a material?

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A material is something that can be seen and felt.

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What type of rocks are formed from layers of particles pushing down on each other?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from layers of particles pushing down on each other.

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What is the youngest, or top, layer of sedimentary rock called?

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The youngest layer of sedimentary rock is called strata.

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What is the main idea of the first two paragraphs regarding rocks?

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Rocks change over time and can create patterns.

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What type of rocks are formed from hot liquid rock that cools?

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Igneous rocks are formed from hot liquid rock that cools.

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Define sedimentary rocks.

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What is the process of rock formation called?

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The process of rock formation is called lithification.

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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 magma?

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Magma is hot liquid rock found beneath the Earth's surface.

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How do metamorphic rocks form?

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Metamorphic rocks form from existing rocks that change due to heat, pressure, or chemical processes.