The Rock Cycle

Complete the flow chart to show a sequence of processes that operate in the rock cycle.

Describe the process of compaction: The weight of overlying sediment ([blank_start]load pressure)[blank_end] causes [blank_start]fluids[blank_end] to be squeezed from [blank_start]pore[blank_end] spaces. The [blank_start]thickness[blank_end] of the sediment is reduced and the density is [blank_start]increased[blank_end].

Describe the process of cementation: Fluids pass through [blank_start]pore[blank_end] spaces and carry [blank_start]minerals[blank_end] such as quartz and [blank_start]calcite[blank_end]. Minerals [blank_start]precipitate[blank_end] out into the pore [blank_start]spaces[blank_end]. The [blank_start]permeability[blank_end] of the sediment is reduced.