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    What are the three major rock types, and how can they change from one to another type?

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      6 years ago. Rating: 2
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        Ducky

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        I thought he meant 'rock music' as in Rock & Roll, Grunge, Heavy Metal. No? :)
        commented 6 years ago
        country bumpkin

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        Put your thinking cap on. LOL
        commented 6 years ago
        Ducky

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        Hah! I remember when teachers used to say that. "Come on pupils. Put your thinking caps on"!!!
        commented 6 years ago


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