The rock cycle

Formation of igneous rocks Formed from any rock so hot it melted.

Igneous rocks

Igneous rocks Formed either at depth or at the surface.

Formation of sedimentary rocks Formed from accumulation of sediments eroded from other rocks.

Sedimentary rocks Formed from accumulated sediments.

Sedimentary rocks Formed at the surface of the earth.

Sedimentary rocks Formed at Earths surface.

Metamorphic rocks Formed when any rock is under intense heat and/or pressure deep beneath the earth's surface.

Metamorphic rocks Metamorphic rocks never melt, the crystals just change form.

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THE ROCK CYCLE