Rocks, Rock Cycle, Minerals Review

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process by which rocks are created, changed, destroyed, and then formed again.

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What are the types of rocks?

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The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What are minerals?

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Minerals are naturally occurring, inorganic solids with a definite chemical composition and a crystalline structure.

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How are minerals identified?

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Minerals are identified by their physical properties such as color, streak, luster, density, hardness, cleavage, fracture, and crystal form.

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What are the characteristics of minerals?

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Characteristics of minerals include color, streak, luster, density, hardness, cleavage, fracture, and crystal form.

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What are the characteristics of rocks?

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Characteristics of rocks include texture, color, mineral composition, and grain size.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces by physical, chemical, or biological means.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which weathered rock and soil are moved from one place to another.

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What is compaction?

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Compaction is the process by which sediments are pressed together under their own weight, reducing pore space and expelling water.

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What is cementation?

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Cementation is the process by which dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles of sediment together into one mass.