Rock Cycles Flashcards
1
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Second step of the rock cycle
A
On the surface of the earth, rocks are weathered
2
Q
Third step of the rock cycle
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The weathered particles (sediment) are transported away by erosion
3
Q
Fourth step of the rock cycle
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Sediment is compressed and cemented together
4
Q
Fifth step of the rock cycle
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Sedimentary rocks are heated and put under pressure
5
Q
Sixth step of the rock cycle
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Metamorphic rock melt back to magma
6
Q
First step of the rock cycle
A
Magma and lava cool creating igneous rock