Learning Objective

In this lesson we will learn about the three main types of rocks and how they are linked via the rock cycle.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this lesson you will be able to:

• Define what rocks and minerals are.

• Compare the three main types of rocks, with examples.

• Describe the rock cycle and the processes that are involved.

• Give examples of how rocks have been used by humans over time.

• Discuss how rocks contain information about past geological and biological events.

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