the rock cycle

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what is the rock cycle
the rock cycle is an idealized cycle of processes undergone by rocks in the earth's crust, involving igneous intrusion, uplift, erosion, transportation, deposition as sedimentary rock, metamorphism, and further melting and igneous intrusion.
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how does igneous rocks form
Igneous rocks forms when magma cools and makes crystals.
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what is magma
magma is a hot liquid made of melted minerals.
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how is metamorphic rock formed
Some metamorphic rocks are formed when rocks deep beneath the surface of the earth are subjected to high temperature and pressure of the layers of rocks above them.
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how is sedimentary rock formed
Sedimentary rocks are actually formed by sediment. It is piled up over time, usually in layers at the bottom of the ocean or even lakes. The sediment can include all sorts of things like minerals, bits of plants, shells, corals and algae and all sort
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