Rock Cycle

Front

A volcanic eruption creates an intrusive igneous rock.

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False

Front

This rock was another type of rock that was heated and compressed over time. What type of rock is this?

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Metamorphic

Front

This rock was formed by smaller pieces of rock that settled at the bottom of a lake millions of years ago. What type of rock is this?

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Sedimentary

Front

In order for a metamorphic rock to form, _______ is needed.

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Heat and Pressure

Front

This rock was formed by lots of fossils that settled on top of each other over time. What type of rock is this?

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Sedimentary

Front

Which rock group makes up most of Earth's crust, and what is the percentage? Igneous 65%, Metamorphic 27%, Basalt 66%

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Igneous 65%

Front

What kind of rocks make up most of the igneous rock? Options: Basalt, Granite, Rhyolite, Pegmatite

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Basalt

Front

From your knowledge of Earth's crust, where would you most likely find igneous rocks like basalt? Options: Within mountain ranges, In my backyard, On the ocean floor, Sandy Beaches

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On the ocean floor

Front

What is small pieces of rock material?

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sediment

Front

What is molten or liquid rock material that is deep beneath the Earth's surface?

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magma