Module E Unit 3 Lesson 1+2 Review

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is a type of rock that forms from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles, often layered over time.

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How do sedimentary rocks typically form?

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Sedimentary rocks typically form by sand and other materials being deposited and hardening over time.

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What is the process of metamorphism?

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Metamorphism is the process by which existing rocks are transformed into metamorphic rocks through heat, pressure, and chemical processes.

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What is the difference between minerals that form from magma and those that form by metamorphism?

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Minerals that form from magma change from liquid to solid, while metamorphic minerals are altered by heat and pressure.

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What are native elements in geology?

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Native elements are minerals that are composed of only one element, such as gold or copper.

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What is deposition in the context of geology?

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Deposition is the process by which sediments, soil, and rocks are added to a landform or land mass, often after being transported by wind, water, or ice.

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What is the role of heat and pressure in rock formation?

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Heat and pressure are essential in the formation of metamorphic rocks, transforming existing rocks into new types.

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What is erosion?

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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 the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breakdown of rocks at the Earth's surface, while erosion is the movement of those broken materials.

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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, including the processes of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock formation.