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An igneous rock is resistant to weathering and erosion because is is is made from magma. And magma rocks are really tough.

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Can Igneous be affected by weathering and erosion?

Yes, igneous rocks can be affected by weathering and erosion. Weathering breaks down the rock into smaller pieces, while erosion transports these pieces to new locations. However, due to their high resistance to weathering, igneous rocks are generally more resistant than sedimentary rocks.


How does the igneous rock change into sedimentary rock?

Weathering and erosion.


Which is more resistant to weathering a rock or sand?

Rock is far more resistant to weathering (erosion) than sand.


Which type of rock appear to be the least resistant to weathering and erosion?

Sedimentary rocks like sandstone and limestone tend to be less resistant to weathering and erosion compared to igneous or metamorphic rocks. Their softer composition and structure make them more susceptible to the effects of these processes.


How can an igneous or metamorphic rock change into a seditmentary rock?

Weathering and erosion.


What is the process for igneous rock changing to sedimentary rock?

Weathering and erosion


What step in the rock cycle helps sedimentary rock to from?

Erosion of igneous and metamorphic rock


What starts the change from a igneous rock to a sedimentary rock?

Weathering and erosion break down the igneous rock into sediment. The sediment is then transported and deposited, where it undergoes compaction and cementation to form a sedimentary rock.


What process can change igneous rock into sediment?

erosion/weathering


Weathering and erosion break igneous and other types of rock into smaller pieces called what?

Weathering and erosion break igneous and other types of rock into smaller pieces called sediments.


What is more resistant to weathering metamorphic or igneous rock?

Metamorphic rocks are generally more resistant to weathering compared to igneous rocks. This is because metamorphic rocks have undergone changes in their mineral structure and texture due to intense heat and pressure, making them more compact and less porous, which helps them resist weathering processes like erosion and chemical breakdown.


What processes can change sedimentary rock into igneous. rock?

Weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, and cementation.