Question

Classmate states that igneous rock must always become sedimentary rock next,according to the rock cycle. Explain why this statement is not correct

Answer 1

Using the rock cycle, it shows that with heat and pressure, an igneous rock can turn into a metamorphic rock.

Answer 2

Using the rock cycle, it shows that with heat and pressure, an igneous rock can turn into a metamorphic rock.

Explanation:

This is incorrect because it can also convert to sediments by weathering, erosion, and deposition. The Rock Cycle is a group of transformations. Igneous rock can transform into sedimentary rock or into metamorphic rock. Sedimentary rock can transform into metamorphic rock or into igneous rock. Metamorphic rock can convert into an igneous or sedimentary rock.