Rock Cycle

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How are igneous rocks formed?

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Igneous rocks are formed by the cooling and solidification of molten rock (magma or lava).

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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 transport of fragments of rock and soil by natural forces such as water, wind, ice, or gravity.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass.

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What are sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation of sediments, organic remains, or chemical precipitates, such as limestone.

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What causes rocks to change?

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Rocks can change due to environmental conditions, such as temperature, pressure, and the presence of water.

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What is metamorphism?

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Metamorphism is the process by which existing rocks are transformed into metamorphic rocks through heat and pressure.

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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 geological processes, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic formations.

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What is compaction?

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Compaction is the process by which sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.

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What is cementation?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and bind sediment particles together, forming solid rock.