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Unit 3: Minerals & Rocks
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7th Grade
04/14/2012

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Igneous Rock
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The type of rock that is formed from magma/lava.
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Biosphere
Definition
The term used to define the layer of Earth that consists of life.
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Pressure
Definition
The measure of force that is applied to an object.
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Sedimentary Rock
Definition
The type of rock that is formed from sediments.
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Convection
Definition
Energy transferred by liquid or gas.
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Atmosphere
Definition
The mixture of gasses that surround Earth.
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Inner Core
Definition
The very center of Earth.
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Hydrosphere
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The layer of water on Earth.
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Mineral
Definition
A simple, naturally occurring solid that forms underground.
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Conduction
Definition
Energy transferred by contact.
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Crust
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The layer of rock that forms Earth's outer skin.
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Metamorphic Rock
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Rock formed by heat and pressure.
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Foliated
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The term used to define a rock that has patterns or a rock that can break evenly.
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Mantle
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The layer of hot rock between the core and the crust.
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Radiation
Definition
Energy transfer by waves.
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