Unit 5 Study Guide

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What is cementation in the rock cycle?

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Cementation is the process where water helps bind sediments together, forming sedimentary rocks.

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How are sedimentary rocks formed?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed through the processes of weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, and cementation of sediments.

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What happens at divergent plate boundaries?

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At divergent plate boundaries, tectonic plates move apart, allowing magma to rise and create new igneous rock, such as mid-ocean ridges.

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What is the difference between an experiment and an investigation?

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An experiment is a controlled procedure to test a hypothesis, while an investigation is a broader process of inquiry.

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What are the two main types of weathering?

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The two main types of weathering are chemical and physical.

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Define erosion in the context of the rock cycle.

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is deposition in geology?

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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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Explain the process of weathering.

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals through physical, chemical, or biological processes.

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What role does compaction play in sedimentary rock formation?

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Compaction is the process that occurs when sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume and helping to form sedimentary rocks.

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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.