The Rock Cycle

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, Sedimentary, Metamorphic.

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How are igneous rocks formed?

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Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of molten rock (magma or lava).

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What is sedimentary rock made of?

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Sedimentary rock is made of particles of sand, silt, clay, and organic materials that have been compacted and cemented together.

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What is metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed from existing rocks that have been changed by heat, pressure, or chemical processes.

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What is the process of weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and ice.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation, breakdown, and reformation, involving igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What role does heat play in the formation of metamorphic rocks?

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Heat causes changes in the mineral structure of existing rocks, leading to the formation of metamorphic rocks.

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What is cementation in the rock cycle?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles of sediment together to form sedimentary rock.

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What type of rock is formed from volcanic activity?

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Igneous rock is formed from volcanic activity when magma cools and solidifies.