3 types of Rocks

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What type of rock is formed from cooled magma?

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Igneous rock is formed when magma cools and solidifies.

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Which type of rock is created under heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock is formed when existing rocks are changed by heat and pressure.

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What are examples of metamorphic rocks?

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Examples include marble, slate, and gneiss.

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Which type of rock can form underwater?

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Sedimentary rock can form underwater from the accumulation of sediments.

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What is the process of sedimentary rock formation?

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Sedimentary rocks form through the compaction and cementation of sediments.

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What is the main characteristic of igneous rocks?

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Igneous rocks are characterized by their formation from cooled magma or lava.

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What is an example of an igneous rock?

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An example of an igneous rock is granite.

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How do metamorphic rocks differ from sedimentary rocks?

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Metamorphic rocks are formed under heat and pressure, while sedimentary rocks are formed from sediments.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation and transformation between igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What is the definition of sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation of sediments, often in layers.