8.ESS2.3 Study Guide/Review

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What is the Kaibab formation?

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The Kaibab formation is a geological rock layer that is relatively newer compared to other formations like the Zoraster Granite and Redwall limestone.

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What process begins the transformation of metamorphic rock to igneous rock?

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The transformation begins with melting, where the metamorphic rock melts into magma.

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What type of rock is formed from smaller pieces of rock settling at the bottom of a lake?

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

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How long does it take for coal to form?

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Coal takes millions of years to form from the remains of plants and organic material.

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What type of rock starts as molten magma?

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Igneous rock starts as molten magma that cools and solidifies.

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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.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation of sediments, which can include minerals, organic material, and fragments of other rocks.

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What is metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed from existing rock that has been changed by heat, pressure, or chemically.

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What is igneous rock?

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

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which rock and soil are worn away and transported by natural forces such as wind or water.