Fossil Fuels and Sedimentary Rocks

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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. Examples include coal, oil, and natural gas.

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Which of the following is not a fossil fuel?

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Nuclear Fission.

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What is the top layer of sediments in sedimentary rocks?

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The newest and youngest layer.

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What is needed for a sedimentary rock to form?

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Heat and pressure.

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What are the two main types of organisms that contribute to fossil fuel formation?

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Plants and animals.

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Are fossil fuels renewable or non-renewable?

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Non-renewable.

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What is coal?

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Coal is a type of fossil fuel that is formed from the remains of ancient plants, primarily found in swampy areas.

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What is oil?

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Oil is a liquid fossil fuel formed from the remains of tiny sea creatures, plants, and animals that lived millions of years ago.

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What is natural gas?

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Natural gas is a fossil fuel that is primarily composed of methane and is found deep beneath the earth's surface.

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How do sedimentary rocks form?

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Sedimentary rocks form through the accumulation and compaction of sediments over time, often in layers.