Rock Cycle Diagram Reading

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is a continuous process that describes how rocks change from one type to another over time through various geological processes.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic rocks.

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How do igneous rocks form?

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Igneous rocks form from the cooling and solidification of molten rock (magma or lava).

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What processes transform sediment into sedimentary rock?

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Deposition, Compaction, and Cementation.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces due to environmental factors like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process of transporting sediments from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

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What is melting in the context of the rock cycle?

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Melting is the process where solid rock turns into molten rock (magma) due to high temperatures.

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What is solidification?

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Solidification is the process where molten rock cools and becomes solid, forming igneous rock.

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What type of rock is formed from heat and pressure?

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Metamorphic rock is formed from existing rocks that undergo changes due to heat and pressure.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments settle out of a transporting medium (like water) and accumulate in layers.