Here's a brief overview of the rock cycle:
* Igneous Rocks: Formed from the cooling and solidification of molten rock (magma or lava).
* Sedimentary Rocks: Formed from the accumulation and cementation of sediments, which are fragments of other rocks, minerals, or organic matter.
* Metamorphic Rocks: Formed when existing igneous or sedimentary rocks are transformed by heat and pressure.
The rock cycle is a continuous process where each type of rock can be transformed into another type over time. For example, an igneous rock can be weathered and eroded into sediment, which can then be compacted and cemented into sedimentary rock. The sedimentary rock can then be subjected to heat and pressure, transforming it into a metamorphic rock. Finally, the metamorphic rock can be melted and then cool and solidify, forming a new igneous rock.
