Rock Cycle

The rock cycle is a continuous process that describes the transformation of rocks through various stages: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

False. The rock cycle does not follow a specific order; rocks can change from one type to another in various ways.

Formation, mineral composition, texture, and color.

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

Environmental conditions such as weathering, erosion, heat, and pressure can cause rocks to change.

Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces due to environmental factors like wind, water, and temperature changes.

Erosion is the movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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

Magma is molten rock beneath the Earth's surface, while lava is magma that has reached the Earth's surface.