The Rock Cycle

Question 1

What are the three types of rock?

Answer 1

igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic

Question 2

The rock ________ is Earth’s natural system of reusing material over ________ of years.

Answer 2

cycle, millions

Question 3

Rocks change because of what three forces?

Answer 3

heat, pressure, and weathering

Question 4

Which type of rock comes directly from magma cooling in Earth’s atmosphere?

Answer 4

Igneous

Question 5

Which type of rock is formed by heat and pressure that ISN’T enough to liquefy it?

Answer 5

Metamorphic

Question 6

Which type of rock contains the vast majority of fossils?

Answer 6

Sedimentary