The Rock Cycle and Mineralogy
Exploring the formation, classification, and transformation of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Pupils will identify common minerals and their properties.
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Exploring the formation, classification, and transformation of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Pupils will identify common minerals and their properties.
Key Questions
- How do the three main rock types form?
- What processes drive the rock cycle?
- How do we identify minerals based on their physical properties?
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