Rock Cycle

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small pieces of rock, minerals, or organic material that have been broken down by weathering and erosion.

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What type of rock is formed from fragments of other rocks?

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Sedimentary Rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments.

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What is compaction in the context of the rock cycle?

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Compaction is the process where sediments are pressed together tightly under pressure, reducing their volume.

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What is magma?

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Magma is molten rock that forms when rocks melt due to high heat and pressure inside the Earth.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process by which rocks break down into smaller pieces due to exposure to natural elements like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which sediments and rocks are transported from one location to another by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice.

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What is cementation?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and bind sediments together, forming sedimentary rock.

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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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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 a metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.