The Rock Cycle

This rock was another type of rock that was heated and compressed over time. What type of rock is this?

• Sedimentary
• Igneous
• Metamorphic

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

This rock was formed by smaller pieces of rock that settled at the bottom of a lake millions of years ago. What type of rock is this?

• Sedimentary
• Igneous
• Metamorphic

In order for a metamorphic rock to form, _______ is needed.

• Pressure
• Heat 
• Heat and Pressure
• Weathering

What is small pieces of rock material?

• grain
• lava 
• magma
• sediment

What is molten or liquid rock material that is deep beneath the Earth's surface?

• grain
• lava
• magma
• rock

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-3

What is molten rock that erupts onto or above the Earth’s surface?

• grain
• lava
• magma
• sediment

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Each rock type can follow only one pathway of the rock cycle.

• True
• False

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

Which type of rock results from melting and cooling of magma?

• Igneous
• Metamorphic
• Sedimentary
• Extrusive

Which type of rock forms from extreme heat and pressure?

• Igneous
• Sedimentary
• Organic
• Metamorphic

A metamorphic rock changes into an igneous rock by what two processes?

• Melting and cooling
• Extreme heat and pressure
• Compaction and cementation
• Weathering and erosion

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