Rocks on the Beach Flashcard

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What causes the compaction of sedimentary rock layers?

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Pressure is the primary force that compacts sedimentary rock layers, squeezing the sediments together.

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What creates a kind of 'glue' that holds the compacted sediment together?

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Minerals act as a glue, binding the compacted sediments in sedimentary rocks.

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What holds the compacted sediment together in sedimentary rock?

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Minerals are responsible for holding the compacted sediment together in sedimentary rock.

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What process transforms sediment into new layers of rock?

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Cementation is the process that transforms sediment into new layers of rock by binding the particles together.

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What type of rock is formed from sediment?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediment.

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Define sedimentary rock.

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Sedimentary rock is a type of rock that is formed by the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What is the role of water in sedimentary rock formation?

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Water helps in the transportation of sediments and can also aid in the cementation process by dissolving minerals.

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Explain the process of erosion.

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural forces such as wind or water.

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What is deposition in the context of sedimentary rocks?

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Deposition is the process where sediments settle out of the transporting medium (like water or air) and accumulate.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles due to environmental factors like temperature, water, and biological activity.