Geological Processes

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Which type of rock is formed when sediment is compacted and cemented together?

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Sedimentary rock is formed when sediment is compacted and cemented together.

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What process transforms metamorphic rock to sediment?

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Weathering and erosion transform metamorphic rock to sediment.

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What is the process called when eroded materials are dropped or laid down?

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Deposition is the process when eroded materials are dropped or laid down.

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What is the term for the transportation of weathered materials by wind, water, ice, or gravity?

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Erosion is the process by which weathered materials are transported.

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What are fragments of weathered rock called?

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Fragments of weathered rock are called sediment.

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What is the definition of sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is a type of rock that is formed by the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What role does weathering play in the rock cycle?

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Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller particles, which can then become sediment.

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What is the difference between erosion and weathering?

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Erosion involves the movement of weathered materials, while weathering is the process of breaking down rocks.

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What are the main agents of erosion?

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The main agents of erosion are water, wind, ice, and gravity.

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How does compaction contribute to sedimentary rock formation?

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Compaction reduces the volume of sediment by pressing particles together, aiding in sedimentary rock formation.