________ are the three, basic categories of rocks in the rock cycle.
A)Crustal, lithospheric, and transform
B)Sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic
C)Sedimentary, igneous, and volcanic
D)Weathered, sedimentary, and volcanic

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The three basic categories of rocks in the rock cycle are sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic. Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and cementation of sediments, while igneous rocks are formed from the solidification of magma or lava. Metamorphic rocks are formed from the alteration of pre-existing rocks under high temperature and pressure. Option A is incorrect as it includes crustal and lithospheric which are not categories of rocks. Option C is incorrect as it lists volcanic instead of metamorphic. Option D is incorrect as weathered is not a category of rock.

________ Are the Three, Basic Categories of Rocks in the Rock