Types of Rocks and Dating Methods

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic.

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How are igneous rocks formed?

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

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What is sedimentary rock primarily composed of?

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Sedimentary rock is primarily composed of particles from other rocks, minerals, and organic materials that have been compacted and cemented together.

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What process leads to the formation of metamorphic rocks?

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Metamorphic rocks are formed from existing rocks that undergo changes due to heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation, breakdown, and reformation through various geological processes.

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What type of rock are most fossils found in?

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Most fossils are found in sedimentary rocks.

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What evidence supports the theory of plate tectonics?

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Evidence includes the fit of continental coastlines, similar fossils found on different continents, and the distribution of earthquakes and volcanoes.

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What is relative dating in geology?

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Relative dating is a method used to determine the age of rocks and fossils in relation to one another, without determining their exact age.

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What is absolute dating?

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Absolute dating is a method used to determine the exact age of a rock or fossil, often using radiometric techniques.

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What is the significance of fossils in understanding Earth's history?

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Fossils provide evidence of past life forms and environments, helping scientists understand the history of life on Earth.

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