Rocks & Rock Cycle

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What type of rock might contain evidence of past life?

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Sedimentary Rock

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

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What are the 3 major types of rocks?

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Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary

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What process is shown by erosion in the rock cycle?

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Erosion is the process where rocks and soil are worn away and transported by natural forces such as wind or water.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What process is shown by heat & pressure in the rock cycle?

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Heat & pressure transform existing rocks into metamorphic rocks.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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A rock formed from fragments of other rocks is a(n):

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Sedimentary Rock

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What is the primary process that forms igneous rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava.

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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Magma is molten rock beneath the Earth's surface, while lava is molten rock that has erupted onto the surface.

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What is compaction in the context of sedimentary rocks?

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Compaction is the process where sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.

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What is cementation in the context of sedimentary rocks?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and bind sediment particles together.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process where rocks are formed, broken down, and reformed over time.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1