The Rock Cycle

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Diagram showing the rock cycle with igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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The rock cycle illustrates the processes that create and transform the three types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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Sedimentary rocks

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Forms when particles are deposited and compressed.

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Igneous rock

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Forms by lava from volcanoes.

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Metamorphic rock

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Forms when sedimentary rock is changed by heat and pressure.

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Diagram of rock formation

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Illustrates the processes of rock formation: sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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Igneous rock formation

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Formed by magma (molten rock) or lava being cooled and becoming solid.

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Types of igneous rocks

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Intrusive rocks form below the surface; extrusive rocks form on the surface.

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Composition of magma

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Made up of melted pre-existing rocks in the Earth's mantle or crust.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

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Characteristics of igneous rocks

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Mostly made up of interlocking crystals and usually very hard to break.

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Diagram showing the formation of igneous rocks

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Illustrates the process of magma or lava cooling to form igneous rocks.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4