Rock cycle

Question 1

definition of a rock cycle

Answer 1

The rock cycle is a web of processes that outlines how each of the three major rock types—igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary

Question 2

what are three types of rocks

Answer 2

1. sedimentary
2. igneous
3. metamorphic

Question 3

How does a igneous rock form

Answer 3

it forms when magma cools

Question 4

what are the 2 types of igneous rock

Answer 4

Extrusive: cool above the earths surface/exits

Intrusive:cool below earths surface/inside

Question 5

Weathering

Answer 5

breaking down of rocks by water,wind,chemicals,and living things

Question 6

Erosion

Answer 6

the moving of broken-up pieces of rock

Question 7

Deposition

Answer 7

the building up of eroded material in a new location

Question 8

How does a sedimentary rock form

Answer 8

created after millions of years of compaction and cementation of lose sediments
eg. limestone and sandstone

Question 9

How does a metamorphic rock form

Answer 9

igneous and sedimentary rock exposure great amounts of heat and pressure
eg. marble,slate and quartz

Question 10

What is till

Answer 10

Glacial till is the sediment deposited by a glacier.