Rocking the cycle 2. What are three types of rocks? thpeptyped How do igneous rocks form? 3. What does metamorphosis mean? 5. How do sedimentary rocks form?

Sure! Here are the answers to your questions: 1. **Three Types of Rocks**: - **Igneous Rocks**: Formed from the solidification of molten material (magma or lava). - **Sedimentary Rocks**: Formed from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles, often in layers. - **Metamorphic Rocks**: Formed from the alteration of existing rocks (igneous, sedimentary, or other metamorphic rocks) due to heat, pressure, and chemically active fluids. 2. **How Igneous Rocks Form**: Igneous rocks form when magma (molten rock beneath the Earth's surface) cools and solidifies. This can occur either below the surface (intrusive igneous rocks) or on the surface after a volcanic eruption (extrusive igneous rocks). The rate of cooling affects the crystal size; slow cooling allows for larger crystals, while rapid cooling results in smaller crystals. 3. **What Does Metamorphosis Mean?**: Metamorphosis refers to the process of change in form or structure. In geology, it specifically describes the transformation of existing rocks (igneous, sedimentary, or other metamorphic rocks) into metamorphic rocks due to changes in temperature, pressure, and the presence of chemically active fluids, leading to new mineral formations and textures. 4. **How Sedimentary Rocks Form**: Sedimentary rocks form through the accumulation, compaction, and cementation of sediments. These sediments can be fragments of other rocks, minerals, or organic materials that have been weathered and eroded. Over time, layers of sediment build up, and the weight of the overlying material compresses the deeper layers, causing them to harden into rock. Sedimentary rocks often exhibit distinct layers and may contain fossils. If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!