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 processes like cooling, weathering, and erosion.

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What happens during cooling in the rock cycle?

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Cooling is the process where molten rock (magma or lava) cools and solidifies to form igneous rock.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces due to natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is compacting and cementing?

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Compacting and cementing are processes that turn sediments into sedimentary rock by pressing them together and binding them with minerals.

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What is melting in the rock cycle?

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Melting is the process where solid rock turns into molten rock (magma) due to high temperatures.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

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What are sediments?

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Sediments are small pieces of rock, minerals, and organic material that are formed through weathering and erosion.

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What type of rock is formed from cooling magma?

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Igneous rock is formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

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What type of rock is formed from compacted sediments?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the compaction and cementation of sediments.

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What type of rock is formed under heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock is formed when existing rocks are changed by heat and pressure.