Rock Types Flashcards
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Explain the change from igneous to sedimentary rock.
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As the igneous rock is weathered and eroded sediments form. These sediments are pressed together to form sedimentary rock.
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Explain the change from metamorphic rock to igneous rock.
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Metamorphic rocks are melted due to high heat in mantle. They then form magma. As the magma cools and hardens, it becomes igneous rock
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Explain the change from sedimentary rock to metamorphic rock.
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Sedimentary rock faces much pressure and heat and form metamorphic rocks