E.6.2 Rock Cycle and Earth's Surface

• Describe steps of the rock cycle (igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic) and relate them to surface and subsurface events (weathering, deposition, heat & pressure, cementation).

• Explain how Earth’s surface is built up and torn down through the processes of physical and chemical weathering, erosion, and deposition.

• Identify different types of landforms commonly found on Earth.

• Describe similarities and differences among landforms found in Florida and those found outside of Florida (deltas, peninsulas).

• Describe the impact that humans have had on Earth.