Asked by gia

The diagram shows a simple model of an event that is part of the rock cycle.

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Which type of event is most likely occurring in the diagram?

A.
the compacting of layers by high pressure and heat that leads to metamorphic rock

B.
the cementing of layers of sediment particles that leads to sedimentary rock

C.
the melting of sediment particles that leads to igneous rock

D.
the hardening of liquid magma that leads to igneous rock

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
B

The diagram shows layers of loose sediment being bound together (compaction/cementation) to form sedimentary rock. It does not show magma cooling (igneous) or the high heat/pressure conditions that produce metamorphic rock.