Rock Cycle

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What process moves sediments from one place to another?

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Erosion

Front

What type of rock is formed by pressure and heat from igneous or sedimentary rocks?

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Metamorphic rock

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What type of rock forms from cemented sediment?

Back

Sedimentary rock

Front

What is magma?

Back

Magma is molten rock found beneath the Earth's surface.

Front

What type of rock is formed when hot magma cools quickly?

Back

Igneous rock

Front

What is the rock cycle?

Back

The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation and transformation.

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What is sediment?

Back

Sediment is small pieces of rock, minerals, and organic material that can be transported by wind or water.

Front

What is deposition in the context of the rock cycle?

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Deposition is the process where sediments settle and accumulate in a new location.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks form from cooled magma, while sedimentary rocks form from compressed sediments.