Rock Transformations Quiz

How is igneous rock formed?

• the melting of rock

• when magma cools and becomes a solid

• sediment being buried and pressed together

• weathering of rocks

Where is magma stored?

• surface of an ocean

• above the Earth's surface

• mantle

What is a cross-section view?

• overhead view

• being able to see the inside of something

What is a map view?

• overhead view

• being able to see the inside of something

What processes create sedimentary rock?

• compaction and cementation

• melting and cooling

• compaction and melting

All rocks and minerals are made of:

• energy

• wind

• air

• matter

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What are the two main sources of energy within the rock cycle?

• sun and moon

• sun and earth's interior

• earth's interior and water

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What energy source leads to rocks breaking down into smaller pieces?

• water

• sun

• earth's interior

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True or False: Weathering can happen underground.

• True

• False

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A simulation is a type of ________

• scientific model

• seeing something in person

• hands-on lab