8gH the rock cycle and weathering

8ef elements, mixtures and compounds

Here are the learning objectives for this topic:

I can

• Name some rocks
• Describe the properties of rocks
• Name the 3 types of rock and name an example for each
• Describe some features of each rock type
• Recognise and describe examples of weathering
• Describe the distinctive features of the 3 rock types in terms of how the rocks were formed
• Explain the difference between erosion and weathering
• Explain the rock cycle

I understand

• how sediment becomes sedimentary rock
• how igneous rock develops from magma
• how metamorphic rock forms
• the relationship between crystal size and rate of cooling using the particle model
• the physical and chemical processes are involved in the rock cycle

useful rock cycle websites

Look at this bitesize revision website.

Do this bitesize activity to see how the different rock types are formed.

Try the bitesize quiz.

Have a look at this rock cycle animation from exploring Earth or this one from Pearson or another from Exploring Earth.

Try this gap fill exercise which will give you a nice summary of the unit if you print it when you finish.

This planet really rocks. A website where you can learn all about rocks and minerals.

Rocky and the rock cycle quiz.

A cool website with pictures of sand under the microscope.

A list of all the minerals with pictures.

this prezi is a nice summary of the rock cycle