Sedimentary Rocks

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process in which wind, water, ice, or gravity transport rock fragments from one location to another.

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What type of rock is formed when debris is buried, compressed, and cemented together?

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Sedimentary rock.

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True or False: Sedimentary rocks are often made up of other rocks and minerals.

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True.

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How do extrusive igneous rocks form?

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Extrusive igneous rocks form from lava that erupted onto Earth's surface.

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What is the correct order of making and dropping off of sediments?

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Weathering, erosion, deposition.

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What is sedimentation?

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Sedimentation is the process of settling or being deposited as sediment.

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What are the main components of sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks are mainly composed of minerals, rock fragments, and organic materials.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.

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What role does water play in the formation of sedimentary rocks?

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Water helps in the erosion of rocks and transports sediments, which can later form sedimentary rocks.

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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 wind) and accumulate.