Sedimentary rock and fossil fuels

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is a type of rock that is formed from layers of compressed sediments.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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How is oil formed?

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Oil is formed from the remains of tiny marine animals that lived millions of years ago in large oceans.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breakdown of rock into smaller particles due to the effects of wind, water, and ice.

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What is the process of erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another, often by wind or water.

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What are the four factors that contribute to the formation of fossil fuels?

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The four factors are organic matter, high temperatures, time, and pressure.

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What is coal formed from?

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Coal is formed from plant remains that have been subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years.

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What is the role of pressure in the formation of sedimentary rock?

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Pressure helps to compact the layers of sediments, turning them into solid rock.

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What is cementation in geology?

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Cementation is the process where dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles of sediment together to form rock.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rock?

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Igneous rock is formed from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rock is formed from compressed sediments.