Rock Cycle

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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, involving igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What type of rock is formed from cooled magma?

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Igneous rock.

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What type of rock is formed from layers of sediment?

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Sedimentary rock.

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What type of rock is formed from heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock.

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What is magma?

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Magma is molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface.

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What is lava?

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Lava is molten rock that has erupted onto the Earth's surface.

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How are sedimentary rocks formed?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediment over time.

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What is an example of an igneous rock?

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Basalt is an example of an igneous rock.

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What is an example of a sedimentary rock?

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Sandstone is an example of a sedimentary rock.

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What is an example of a metamorphic rock?

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Marble is an example of a metamorphic rock.