ROCKS AND ROCK CYCLE

What is sediment?

• Small, solid pieces of material that come from rocks or living things, often formed through weathering.

• A type of liquid found in rivers and lakes.

• A large mass of ice that moves slowly over land.

• A mineral that is found only in volcanic regions.

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What is the process of compaction?

• The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

• The process by which sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.

• The process of water evaporating from the soil.

• The process of plants absorbing nutrients from the soil.

What is cementation?

• The process of mixing cement with water and sand.

• The process by which dissolved minerals crystallize and bind sediment particles together.

• The method of applying cement to surfaces for protection.

• The technique of using cement to create sculptures.

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What is organic sedimentary rock?

• A type of rock formed from volcanic activity.

• A rock formed from the remains of once-living plants and animals, such as coal and limestone.

• A rock that is primarily composed of minerals and metals.

• A sedimentary rock formed from the accumulation of sand and gravel.

What is magma?

• Molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface that can form igneous rocks when it cools.

• A type of sedimentary rock found on the Earth's surface.

• A gas released during volcanic eruptions.

• A solid mineral found in the Earth's crust.

What is foliation in metamorphic rocks?

• The process of mineral grain alignment in metamorphic rocks, resulting in a layered appearance.

• A type of sedimentary rock formation that occurs under high pressure.

• The presence of fossils in metamorphic rocks.

• The chemical weathering of rocks due to temperature changes.

What is the rock cycle?

• A process that describes the formation of fossils.

• The continuous process of transformation of rocks from one type to another, including igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.

• A method of classifying different types of rocks based on their color.

• The cycle of erosion and deposition of soil in a given area.

What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks?

• Intrusive igneous rocks form from lava that cools quickly on the surface, while extrusive igneous rocks form from magma that cools slowly beneath the Earth's surface.

• Intrusive igneous rocks form from magma that cools slowly beneath the Earth's surface, while extrusive igneous rocks form from lava that cools quickly on the surface.

• Both intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks form from magma that cools at different rates.

• Intrusive igneous rocks are formed underwater, while extrusive igneous rocks are formed on land.

What is lava?

• A type of solid rock found in mountains.

• Molten rock that reaches the Earth's surface during a volcanic eruption.

• A gas released during volcanic eruptions.

• A mineral found in the Earth's crust.

What is erosion?

• The process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces.

• The movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

• The formation of new land through volcanic activity.

• The process of plants absorbing nutrients from the soil.

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