Rock Cycle Test Review 24

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What is lava?

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Lava is molten rock that erupts from a volcano and flows on the Earth's surface.

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What type of rock is formed from molten magma?

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Igneous rock is formed from molten magma that cools and solidifies.

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True or False: Igneous rocks can only turn into metamorphic rocks.

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False. Igneous rocks can also turn into sedimentary rocks.

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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.

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What are grains in rocks?

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Grains are the particles of minerals that give a rock its texture.

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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 the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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

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What is cementation?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles of sediment together.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of sediments from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.