Fossil Fuels 5th Grade

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What is cementation?

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The process of sediments being glued tightly together by minerals.

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What is oil?

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A flammable liquid produced from remains of marine (ocean) organisms buried under layers of sediments for millions of years.

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What is coal?

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A solid fossil fuel that is formed from the concentrated remains of plants over very long periods of time (formed in ancient swamps).

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What is natural gas?

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A flammable material, without definite form, produced from remains of marine (ocean) organisms buried under layers of sediment found near oil deposits.

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What is compaction?

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Pressure is put on sediments causing the grains to be squeezed more tightly together.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used as energy sources.

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What is the main source of petroleum?

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Petroleum is primarily derived from the remains of marine organisms.

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How is coal formed?

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Coal is formed from the remains of plants that were buried and subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years.

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What is the difference between oil and petroleum?

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Oil is a type of petroleum, specifically a liquid form, while petroleum includes both liquid and gaseous forms.

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What role do sediments play in the formation of fossil fuels?

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Sediments bury organic materials, applying pressure and heat over time, leading to the formation of fossil fuels.