Question 14 (3 points) A sedimentary rock is changed into igneous rock by sedimentation and lithification weathering and erosion heat and pressure melting followed by cooling and solidification

Sedimentary rocks originate from the accumulation of sediments over time, but to transform them into igneous rocks, a complete melting of these sediments must happen, typically due to extreme heat from the Earth's interior. Once melted, the molten rock (magma) rises and eventually cools, solidifying into igneous rock. It's like baking a cake – you have to mix the ingredients (sediments), apply heat (magma), and let it set (cool down)! When we think about the rock cycle, it's not just a one-way street! Igneous rocks can also become sedimentary through the processes of weathering and erosion. So, if you ever see a beautiful igneous rock formation, remember, it could have once been part of a sandy beach or a riverbed – just waiting for the right conditions to transform!