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The rock cycle is a natural process that illustrates how rocks change from one form to another. The process generally takes a long time. There can be quick changes such as observed at a volcano, but often these changes will not be observed due to how slow the changes occur.

Based on what you have learned about the changes between rocks, complete the following chart showing the rock cyle stages. You might find the above images helpful in completing the blanks. Check your answers by dragging your mouse over the image!

Check your knowledge.
  1. Closely observe the photograph of the rock in the first column.
  2. Read what happens to the rock in the second column.
  3. To select your choice, drag your mouse over (but do not click) the answer explaining what the rock will become.

Ready to try??? Go for it!

The rock shown in the photograph below
 Goes through To become what type of rock?
1

Sedimentary

Metamorphic

Igneous
2

Sedimentary

Metamorphic

Igneous
3

Sedimentary

Metamorphic

Igneous
4

Sedimentary

Metamorphic

Igneous
5

Sedimentary

Metamorphic

Igneous

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Updated August 13, 2005 by: Glen Westbroek

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