Interactive Rock Cycle Explorer

Discover how Earth's materials are endlessly recycled through heat, pressure, weathering, and melting.

Geological System

The Rock Cycle

The rock cycle is a continuous process driven by Earth's internal heat and external forces (like wind and water). Click on any rock node or connecting path in the diagram to learn about specific formations and transformations.

System Facts

  • Rocks are constantly changing over millions of years.
  • Any rock type can be transformed into any other rock type.
  • The cycle has no specific beginning or end.