Part of the rock cycle takes place under the Earth's surface. What provides the energy for this part of the rock cycle?

Question

A.
potential energy from the Moon's gravitational influence
B.
heat energy from the Earth's interior
C.
light energy from the Sun
D.
kinetic energy from Earth's angular momentum

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. heat energy from the Earth's interior.

This heat energy drives processes such as metamorphism and the formation of igneous rocks through melting and cooling, which are key components of the rock cycle that occur beneath the Earth's surface.