What are the five main stages in the formation of sedimentary rocks?
The five stages are: 1) Weathering of pre-existing rocks, 2) Transport of the weathered material, 3) Deposition of the material, 4) Compaction, and 5) Cementation.
how does metamorphic rocks form
they form when any rock is changed by the effects of heat and pressure
What is the main difference between intrusive and extrusive igneous rocks?
Intrusive rocks cool slowly underground, forming large, visible crystals. Extrusive rocks erupt onto the surface and cool quickly, resulting in tiny crystals or a glassy texture.
What are the three main types of rock in the rock cycle?
Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic.
what is the biggest planet
Jupiter
What is the difference between clastic and chemical sedimentary rocks
Clastic rocks form from the mechanical accumulation of rock fragments (clasts). Chemical rocks form from the precipitation of minerals dissolved in water.
does foliated metamorphic rocks have bands or not?
yes foliated rocks have bands
What is the difference between magma and lava
Magma is molten material located below the Earth's surface, while lava is molten material that has erupted onto the surface.
True or False: Old rocks are converted into new ones.
True. The rock cycle constantly recycles existing rock materials.
what do u call a moon who is huge bright and large
a full moon
what is weathering?
the process when rocks are broken down chemically