Rocks Test II

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What is organic sedimentary rock?

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Organic sedimentary rock is made up of the remains of living things.

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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.

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What class of rock is characterized by distinct layers?

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Sedimentary rock is characterized by distinct layers.

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What type of rock forms when magma or lava cools?

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Igneous rock forms when magma or lava cools.

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What is gneiss?

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Gneiss is a type of metamorphic rock that has experienced extreme heat and pressure.

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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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How do sedimentary rocks form?

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Sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What is the difference between igneous and metamorphic rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from cooled magma or lava, while metamorphic rocks form from existing rocks that have been changed by heat and pressure.

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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.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another.