10 Questions
What is rock primarily composed of?
One or more minerals
What is the rock cycle?
The continual process by which new rock forms from old rock materials
What is the relationship between sediments and sedimentary rock?
Sediments are formed into sedimentary rock
What is the primary characteristic of igneous rock?
It is formed from magma or lava
What is the purpose of a foldable in understanding the rock cycle?
To explain each type of rock
What is the primary source of material for the formation of new rock?
Old rock materials
What type of rock is formed from sediments?
Sedimentary rock
What is the result of the continual process of the rock cycle?
The formation of new rock from old rock materials
What is the purpose of understanding the different types of rock in the rock cycle?
To understand how rocks are formed
What is the key component of a foldable in understanding the rock cycle?
Showing the relationships between each type of rock
Study Notes
Rock and Rock Cycle
- A rock is a solid mixture of one or more minerals and organic matter.
- The rock cycle is the continual process by which new rock forms from old rock materials.
Types of Rocks
- Igneous rock: (no additional information provided)
- Sedimentary rock: forms from sediments
Rock and Rock Cycle
- A rock is a solid mixture of one or more minerals and organic matter.
- The rock cycle is the continual process by which new rock forms from old rock materials.
Types of Rocks
- Igneous rock: (no additional information provided)
- Sedimentary rock: forms from sediments
Learn about rocks, their composition, and the rock cycle process. Discover the different types of rocks including igneous and sedimentary rocks.
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