Rock Cycle

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What is the Rock Cycle?

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The Rock Cycle is a continuous process that describes how rocks change from one type to another over time through various geological processes.

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What are the three major types of rocks?

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Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary.

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What is an Igneous Rock?

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Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of molten 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 when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.

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What processes lead to the formation of Sedimentary Rocks?

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Deposition, compaction, and cementation of sediments.

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How do Igneous Rocks form?

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Igneous rocks form from the cooling and solidification of magma beneath the Earth's surface or lava at the surface.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces like 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.

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What is the role of heat and pressure in the Rock Cycle?

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Heat and pressure can transform existing rocks into metamorphic rocks.