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Rocks/Minerals
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Mineral | A single element formed in nature and has never been alive. |
| Rock Cycle | The process by which rocks are changed from one kind to another. |
| Igenous Rock | A rock that is formed when melted rock (magma, lava) cools and hardens. |
| Metamorphic Rock | A rock that is formed when heat and pressure feep in the Earth change the rock. |
| Sedimentary Rock | A rock that is formed by layers of sediment being cemented together over time. Usually has visible layers. Most fossils are found in sedimentary rock. |