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Scientists use rock cycle to describe what process?

The rock cycle is how one type of rock can be changed into another type of rock.


Can any type of rock become another type of rock?

No. A similar rock could be formed, but some characteristics would be altered.


Is it possible that a rock could be derived from clay?

Yes, it is possible for a rock to be derived from clay. Clay is a type of sedimentary rock that forms from the weathering and erosion of rocks over long periods of time. Through processes like compaction and cementation, clay can become hardened and turn into a new type of rock.


How might a sedimentary rock become another sedimentary rock without first changing into another rock type?

A sedimentary rock can become another sedimentary rock through the process of diagenesis. This involves the compaction and cementation of existing sedimentary rocks to form a new rock without going through a different rock type. This can happen through the addition of more sediment layers or changes in environmental conditions.


What type of metamorphism forms foliate rocks?

Any rock can undergo metamorphism, be it sedimentary, igneous or even the transformation of one type of metamorphic rock to another.


Can a rock chang to a type of rock to another?

rocks can change from one type of rock to another, or not change at all


How might a sedimentary rock become another sedimentary rock without first changing into into another type of rock?

A sedimentary rock can become another sedimentary rock through processes such as weathering and erosion, which break it down into smaller particles. These particles can then be transported by water, wind, or ice and eventually settle in a new location. Over time, the accumulated sediments may compact and cement together, forming a new sedimentary rock. This cycle of sedimentation allows for the continuous formation of sedimentary rocks without necessitating a change to another rock type.


What type of rock can become sedimentary?

Any type of rock, igneous, metamorphic or sedimentary, can become eroded and re-deposited and cemented together to become a new sedimentary rock.


Are metamorphic rocks only from igneous rocks?

no any type of rock can become any other or another form of itself.


What is the continuous change from one type of rock to another type of rock?

metamorphosis


Are metamorphic rocks formed only from igneous rocks?

no any type of rock can become any other or another form of itself.


How does metamorphic rock turn into another type of rock?

Metamorphic rock can turn into another type of rock through processes like weathering and erosion, which break down the rock into sediment. This sediment can then undergo compaction and cementation to form sedimentary rock, or melt and cool to form igneous rock through processes like metamorphism.