Minerals and Rock Cycle Review

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What is magma?

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Magma is a pocket of melted rock located deep below the Earth's surface.

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What does magma become when it cools slowly?

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Igneous rock.

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How are sedimentary rocks formed?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from layers of sediment that are deposited and compressed over a long time period.

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Where do sedimentary rocks like sandstone often form?

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At the bottom of bodies of water.

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What process transforms igneous rock into sedimentary rock?

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Weathering and erosion wear away igneous rock, forming particles that cement into sedimentary rock.

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What is the main characteristic of igneous rock?

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Igneous rock is formed from cooled magma or lava.

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What type of rock is commonly found in Hawaii?

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Mainly igneous rock, due to the presence of active volcanoes.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small particles of rock, minerals, and organic material that accumulate over time.

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What role does pressure play in the formation of sedimentary rock?

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Pressure compresses layers of sediment, helping to form sedimentary rock.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rock?

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Igneous rock forms from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rock forms from compressed layers of sediment.