Formation of Fossil Fuels Concept Attainment Flashcard

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What is evidence?

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Evidence is information or facts that support a claim or argument.

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process by which weathered and eroded material is deposited by wind, water, and ice.

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What is an organism?

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An organism is a living thing that grows, reproduces, responds to its environment, and can function on its own.

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What is a landform?

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A landform is a physical structure on Earth that occurs naturally, such as mountains, valleys, and plains.

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What is compaction?

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Compaction is the process where layers of material are pressed together, reducing their volume.

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What is 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 cementation?

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

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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, used as energy sources.

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What is the process of formation?

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The process of formation refers to the natural processes that create geological features, including sedimentation, compaction, and cementation.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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