The Rock Cycle Assessment

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What is igneous rock?

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

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What process forms sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments, which can include small rock fragments and organic materials.

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What are the two main processes that form metamorphic rock?

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The two main processes that form metamorphic rock are deformation and recrystallization.

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How is metamorphic rock formed?

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Metamorphic rock is formed by the application of pressure and temperature to existing rocks.

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What processes occur only on Earth’s surface?

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The processes that occur only on Earth’s surface are physical sedimentation, chemical sedimentation, and extrusion.

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Define 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 is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks?

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Intrusive igneous rocks form from magma that cools slowly beneath the Earth's surface, while extrusive igneous rocks form from lava that cools quickly on the surface.

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What is sedimentation?

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Sedimentation is the process by which sediments settle out of a fluid (like water) and accumulate in layers.

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What is the role of pressure in the formation of metamorphic rocks?

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Pressure causes the minerals in existing rocks to change and recrystallize, leading to the formation of metamorphic rocks.

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What are fossils and how do they relate to sedimentary rocks?

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Fossils are the preserved remains of plants and animals found in sedimentary rocks, formed from the accumulation of organic materials.