Rock Cycle

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of transformation of rocks from one type to another, including 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 the accumulation of sediments?

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Sedimentary rock.

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What type of rock is formed under heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is material that comes from rocks that have been broken down into smaller pieces.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process when rocks break into smaller pieces due to exposure to natural elements.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments settle out of the transporting medium, such as water or wind.

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What causes metamorphic rocks to form?

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Metamorphic rocks form due to heat and pressure applied to existing rocks.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from cooled magma, while sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation of sediments.