Rock Cycle – Diagram and Explanation
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Rock Cycle Diagram is one that explains the processes through which the types of rocks namely – Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic undergo a transformation in Geologic times. Rocks of any type can be converted into any other type, or into another rock of the same type. Whenever the state of equilibrium of a particular rock type is disturbed, the rock undergoes a transformation e.g. when an Igneous rock like Basalt or Obsidian is subjected to weathering, it may break up into fragments. Due to Compressional forces, it may get transformed into a Sedimentary rock like Sand Stone. A rock cycle diagram explains how the three rock types are related to each other, and how the forces of nature compel them to change from one type to another over time.