This Collected Learning Experience deals with the rock cycle.
Description: In this investigation students explore the processes in the rock cycle that result in new rocks being formed. Through hands-on investigation students learn about the formation and properties of the different types of rocks.
Learning intentions
Students will be able to:
- describe the formation and characteristics of igneous sedimentary and metamorphic rocks and identify examples
- identify the different rock types based on common features
- identify and describe the processes in the rock cycle that result in new rocks being formed
- construct a model of the rock cycle.
Australian Curriculum v9 Codes: AC9S8U03 (Year 8) AC9S8U04 (Year 8)
