Patterns of Change Unit 3 Week 3

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What is the Rock Cycle?

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The Rock Cycle is the process of the set of steps or changes in how rocks change from one form to another.

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What is a material?

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A material is something that can be seen and felt.

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What type of rocks are formed from hot liquid rock that cools?

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Igneous rocks are formed from hot liquid rock that cools.

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What is the youngest layer of sedimentary rock called?

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The youngest layer of sedimentary rock is called strata.

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How many sections is this story divided into?

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This story is divided into five sections that help organize information about rocks.

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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 particles of sand, shells, pebbles, and other fragments of material.

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What is metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rock is formed from existing rocks that are changed by heat, pressure, or chemical processes.

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What is magma?

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

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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.