Rock Cycle

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What is the rock cycle?

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The series of processes in which rock changes from one type to another.

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What is weathering?

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The process by which wind, ice, and changes in temperature break down rock.

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What is erosion?

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The process by which sediment is moved from one place to another.

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What are intrusive igneous rocks?

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Igneous rocks that form inside the earth.

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What is uplift?

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The rising of regions of the crust to higher elevations.

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What are sedimentary rocks?

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Rocks formed from the accumulation of sediment.

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What is metamorphism?

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The process by which existing rocks are transformed by heat and pressure.

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What is deposition?

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The process by which sediment is laid down in new locations.

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What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks?

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Intrusive rocks form inside the earth, while extrusive rocks form on the surface.

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What role does the sun play in the rock cycle?

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The sun provides energy that drives weathering and erosion processes.