rock cycle a model that shows how rocks are created and changed from one type to another
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Rock CycleA model that shows how rocks
are created and changed from one type to another.
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Magma
Melted rock that is inside the earth.
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LavaMelted rock that is on top of the earth’s surface
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Sedimentary RockRocks made from layers of
weathered bits of shells, rocks, and minerals.
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Igneous RockRocks that are formed when
melted rock from inside the earth cools and hardens.
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Metamorphic RockRocks that form when existing rocks
are heated and squeezed deep inside the Earth.
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Compact/CompactionWhen layers of sediment are closely and
firmly packed together. Usually due to the top layers putting pressure on the layers underneath.
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SedimentTiny bits of broken shells,
rocks, and mineral grains.
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WeatheringThe breaking down of rocks, soil,
and minerals by exposing them to water, oxygen, wind, ice, and other outside forces.
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ErosionWater, wind, ice, or gravity carry and
move bits of broken rock from one place to another.
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ProductA physical “thing” that has weight and takes up space. (noun)
Examples of products of the rock cycle:MagmaSedimentary rock
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ProcessAn activity, action, or force that create products. (verb)
Examples of processes of the rock cycle:
WeatheringMelting
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DepositionWhen rock fragments are laid down in a new location.
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Cement/CementationTo cause small particles to stick together.