The Concept That Identifies That the Three Basic Groups of Rocks

question 49

Multiple Choice

The concept that identifies that the three basic groups of rocks are all related is called

• A)the rock cycle.
• B)the igneous cycle.
• C)the lithification cycle.
• D)the geodynamo.

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Definitions:

Phosphorylation Reactions

Chemical reactions in which a phosphate group is added to a molecule, such as a protein, altering its function.

Exergonic

Describes a chemical reaction that releases energy, typically in the form of heat, to its surroundings.

Hydrolysis

A process where a molecule's bond is severed by incorporating water.

Endergonic Reaction

A chemical reaction that requires energy to proceed, typically absorbing energy from its surroundings.