Sedimentary Rocks

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What is cementation?

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The process in which dissolved minerals crystallize and glue sediment together.

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What type of rock is formed from layers of sediment?

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Sedimentary rock.

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What is deposition?

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The process where pieces of sediment come to rest on a surface.

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What happens during compaction?

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When the weight of new sediment layers is deposited on top of older layers, squeezing them together.

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What is the correct order of sedimentary rock formation?

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Weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, cementation.

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What is weathering?

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The breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces.

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What is erosion?

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The movement of sediment from one place to another by wind, water, or ice.

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What is the role of pressure in sedimentary rock formation?

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Pressure from overlying layers helps compact the sediments.

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What is an example of a sedimentary rock?

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Sandstone, limestone, and shale are examples of sedimentary rocks.

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How do fossils form in sedimentary rocks?

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Fossils form when organisms are buried by sediment and preserved over time.