Rock Transformations Review

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What is the role of energy in rock formation?

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Energy from different sources leads to different types of rock. Energy inside Earth melts rock into liquid rock, while energy from the sun causes rock to weather into small pieces.

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How can sedimentary rock transform into igneous rock?

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Sedimentary rock can melt into liquid rock if exposed to energy from Earth's interior, allowing it to transform into igneous rock.

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What natural processes can break down rocks into smaller pieces?

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Wind and rain interact with rocks, breaking them into smaller pieces.

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What is metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed when existing rock is heated and put under pressure.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rock?

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Igneous rock forms from cooled molten rock, while sedimentary rock forms from compacted sediments.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces due to environmental factors like wind and rain.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation, breakdown, and reformation through various geological processes.

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What is the significance of pressure in rock formation?

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Pressure can cause existing rocks to change into metamorphic rocks through heat and compression.

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How does the sun contribute to rock transformation?

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The sun's energy can cause weathering, breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

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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.