When molten magma solidifies on or close to the surface of the Earth, 7. (a)   rocks are formed.

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Rocks on the Earth's surface are broken down by 8. (a)   that involves physical, chemical and biological processes.

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(Please answer #9 only)

The fragments of rocks are 9._____ to the sea by rivers, glaciers and strong winds. Here they sink and form 10_____ rocks.

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(a)  

(Please answer #10 only)

The fragments of rocks are 9._____ to the sea by rivers, glaciers and strong winds. Here they sink and form 10_____ rocks.

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(a)  

Over millions of years, heat, pressure and movement may change these sedimentary rocks into 11. (a)   rocks.

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Some of these will sink deep into the Earth, turning into 12. (a)   and the cycle begins all over again.

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3. The process where rock is dissolved, worn away or broken down into smaller pieces called sediments.

(a)  

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4. The process by which natural forces move weathered rock and soil from one place to another. Gravity, running water, glaciers, waves, and wind may cause this process.

(a)  

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5. It occurs after erosion and is defined as the process that occurs when pieces of weathered rock sink to the bottom of the river bed or sea, forming sediment.

(a)