rock cycle

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process that describes the transformation of rocks through various stages: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What is compaction in 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 type of rock is formed from the accumulation of fossils?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments, including fossils.

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Name the three major types of rocks.

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The three major types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What is metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed from existing rocks that have been changed by heat, pressure, or chemical processes.

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How is igneous rock formed?

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Igneous rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of molten rock (magma or lava).

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation of sediments, which can include minerals, organic matter, and fragments of other rocks.

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What is the process of cementation?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and bind sediments together to form rock.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of moving weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.