The Rock Cycle (Basic Introduction)
A simplified overview of how rocks are formed, broken down, and reformed.
Key Questions
- Explain the basic processes involved in the rock cycle.
- Compare the formation of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.
- Construct a diagram illustrating the continuous transformation of rocks.
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