Rock Cycle Test

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process that describes the transformation of rocks through various geological processes, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic formations.

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What processes transform magma into granite?

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Cooling and solidification.

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What processes transform granite into sediment?

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Weathering and erosion.

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What processes transform sediment into sandstone?

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Compaction and cementation.

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What is an igneous rock?

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Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

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What is a sedimentary rock?

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

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What is a metamorphic rock?

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Metamorphic rocks are formed from existing rocks that are changed by heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.

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What is the process of weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals through natural processes such as wind, water, and temperature changes.

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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 by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice.

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What is compaction in the context of sedimentary rocks?

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Compaction is the process by which sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.