Which statement describes the main source of energy that drives the rock cycle?

Question

A. 

The rock cycle is driven by thermal energy derived from the Sun and Earth's interior.

B. 

The rock cycle is driven by chemical energy derived from Earth's oceans and atmosphere.

C. 

The rock cycle is driven by kinetic energy derived from reactions between Earth's elements.

D. 

The rock cycle is driven by mechanical energy derived from interactions in Earth's biosphere.

Answer 1

The correct statement that describes the main source of energy that drives the rock cycle is:

A. The rock cycle is driven by thermal energy derived from the Sun and Earth's interior.

This option highlights the role of thermal energy from both the Sun (which drives weathering and erosion processes) and the Earth's interior (which contributes to processes like magma formation and metamorphism).