Which term defines weathering?

When a volcano erupts, ash can enter Earth’s atmosphere. Eventually, the ash falls back down to Earth’s surface. Which term describes the falling of volcanic ash to Earth’s surface?

Over time, repeated cycles of heating and cooling can cause a rock to crack. The rock may then break into smaller pieces. What is this process called?

Erosion is a process that slowly changes rocks. Which of the following most likely causes pebbles in a stream to erode?

Deforestation occurs when large areas of trees are cut down. Which of the following impacts on the environment would result from deforestation?

Slate is a metamorphic rock that forms from shale, which is a sedimentary rock. Which of the following would be needed for slate to form from shale?

Declan observed a rock that he found at the beach. The rock felt hard and appeared to made of several different layers of materials. What type of rock is Declan observing?

When ice freezes and causes rocks the size of the rock can increase. What process is being explained?

Granite forms when liquid magma slowly cools within Earth’s crust. If the granite is exposed to intense heat and pressure, it can change to gneiss. Which type of change takes place when granite turns into gneiss?

Mainly igneous rocks have been found in a specific area on land. Which natural event most likely took place in the area to form the rocks?

Rocks and sediment change their form as they move through the rock cycle. Which change involves melting?

Over a long period of time, igneous rock can change into sedimentary rock. What must happen to igneous rock before it can change into sedimentary rock?

How does chemical weathering differ from physical weathering?

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