The Rock Cycle
Understand the continuous process by which rocks are formed, broken down, and reformed.
Key Questions
- Explain the interconnected processes within the rock cycle.
- Analyze how weathering and erosion contribute to the rock cycle.
- Predict how geological events might influence the rock cycle over time.
NCCA Curriculum Specifications
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