2-3 Rock cycle

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where particles settle as loosely packed sediment after being transported by wind, water, or ice.

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Can igneous rocks turn into sedimentary rocks?

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Yes, igneous rocks can turn into sedimentary rocks through weathering and erosion, followed by compaction and cementation.

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What type of rock has grains arranged in wavy, parallel bands of white and black crystals?

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Metamorphic rock.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process that breaks up rock on Earth’s surface due to factors like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of erosion?

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Photosynthesis.

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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 do sedimentary rocks form?

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Sedimentary rocks form from the compaction and cementation of sediments.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process where rocks are formed, broken down, and reformed through geological processes.

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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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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.