Amplify Rock Transformations Critical Juncture 2.5

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is a type of rock that forms from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles, often in layers.

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How does energy from the sun affect rocks?

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Energy from the sun causes rocks to weather and erode, breaking them down into smaller pieces.

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What is the process of weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from the cooling and solidification of molten rock, while sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation of sediments.

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What does it mean for a rock to subduct?

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Subduction is the process where one tectonic plate moves under another plate and sinks into the mantle, often leading to melting.

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What role does heat play in rock transformation?

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Heat can cause rocks to melt, transforming them into liquid rock, which can then cool to form igneous rock.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water flow.

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Can sedimentary rocks become igneous rocks?

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Yes, sedimentary rocks can become igneous rocks if they subduct, melt due to heat, and then cool.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation and transformation, including the formation of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What is cooling in the context of rock formation?

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Cooling refers to the process where molten rock loses heat and solidifies into igneous rock.