The Rock Cycle

Open Ended

How do Earth's internal and external processes interact to continuously create, alter, and destroy rocks?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following processes are responsible for driving the rock cycle?

• Earth's internal heat and external forces like weathering and erosion

• Photosynthesis and respiration

• Ocean currents and tides

• Wind patterns and precipitation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about igneous rocks is correct?

• They form from the cooling and solidification of molten rock.

• They are formed by compaction and cementation of sediment.

• They are formed by the transformation of existing rocks under heat and pressure.

• They are always formed on Earth's surface.

Fill in the Blanks

Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation, compaction, and

of sediment.

Open Ended

Compare and contrast the formation of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. What are the key differences in the processes that create each type?

Multiple Select

Select all the processes that are involved in the transformation of rocks during the rock cycle.

• Melting

• Cooling and solidification

• Photosynthesis

• Compaction and cementation

Multiple Choice

Plate tectonics plays a crucial role in the rock cycle by:

• Driving the formation and transformation of rocks at plate boundaries

• Causing the weather to change rapidly

• Producing energy for plant growth

• Creating ocean currents

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about rocks is true?

• Granite is a common intrusive igneous rock used for countertops and building materials.

• Fossils are often found in igneous rocks.

• Marble is a type of sedimentary rock.

• The rock cycle operates only over a few years.

Open Ended

Explain how the rock cycle is interconnected with other Earth systems and why this is significant for our planet.

Fill in the Blanks

The three main rock types are igneous, sedimentary, and

.

Open Ended

What is one new thing you learned about the rock cycle today?