Sedimentary Rocks and Fossil Fuels

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What type of rock is formed from tiny pieces of sea shells that collect and are buried on the ocean floor?

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Sedimentary rock (specifically limestone).

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What kind of sedimentary rock is formed from compacted sand?

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Sandstone.

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What does it mean when we say rocks can be formed in layers?

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It means that rocks can develop over time by accumulating materials in layers, similar to how Mia made her model with crackers and peanut butter.

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What type of rocks are made of particles that result from weathering and erosion?

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Sedimentary rocks.

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How do dead trees in a forest contribute to the formation of fossil fuels?

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The dead trees fall to the forest floor and are buried by sediment for millions of years.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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

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What is the process of weathering?

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The breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces by natural forces such as wind, water, and ice.

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What is erosion?

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The movement of weathered rock and soil from one location to another, often by water, wind, or ice.

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What is a fossil?

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The preserved remains or traces of ancient living organisms, often found in sedimentary rocks.

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What is the difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

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Igneous rocks are formed from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation of sediments.