Fossils and Mineral Properties

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What are fossils?

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Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of animals, plants, and other organisms from the past.

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How are fossils formed?

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Fossils are formed when organisms are buried by sediment, which hardens over time into rock.

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What is a mineral?

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A mineral is a naturally occurring, inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and a crystalline structure.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the continuous process of rock formation and transformation, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

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What are igneous rocks?

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

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What are sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What are metamorphic rocks?

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Metamorphic rocks are formed when existing rocks are changed by heat, pressure, or chemical processes.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by wind, water, or ice.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces like wind, water, and temperature changes.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering breaks down rocks, while erosion moves the broken pieces away.