Rocks Practice Test

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What type of rock forms from magma or lava?

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Igneous rock forms from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

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What is mechanical weathering?

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Mechanical weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces without changing their chemical composition.

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What type of rock is formed through weathering, erosion, and deposition?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments.

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Which climate promotes faster chemical weathering?

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Hot and Wet climates promote faster chemical weathering due to increased chemical reactions.

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Where would you most likely find igneous rocks?

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Igneous rocks are commonly found in areas with volcanic activity, such as near volcanoes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments are laid down in new locations after being transported by erosion.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation of sediments.

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What is chemical weathering?

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Chemical weathering involves the chemical alteration of minerals in rocks, often leading to their breakdown.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.