Mini-assessment - Rock and Rock Cycle

Front

What is the breaking down of rocks?

Back

Weathering

Front

This rock started as lava that cooled and then was heated and put under pressure over time. What type of rock is this?

Back

Metamorphic

Front

How are sedimentary rocks formed?

Back

Sediment forming together

Front

What geologic process changes pieces of rocks, minerals and other materials into sedimentary rocks?

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Compacting and Cementing

Front

Which type of rock forms from extreme heat and pressure?

Back

Metamorphic

Front

What is the process of rocks being broken down into smaller pieces?

Back

Weathering

Front

What type of rock is formed from the cooling of magma or lava?

Back

Igneous

Front

What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic

Front

What is the process called when sediments are pressed together to form sedimentary rocks?

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Compaction

Front

What is the term for the natural glue that holds sedimentary rocks together?

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Cementation