Fossil Fuels and Sedimentary Rocks

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which sediments are carried away by wind, water, ice, or gravity.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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Why are fossil fuels considered nonrenewable resources?

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Fossil fuels are nonrenewable because they take a long period of time to form.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks and minerals into smaller pieces.

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Which process is NOT involved in the formation of fossil fuels?

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Melting is not a process of fossil fuel formation.

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What does WEDCC stand for in the context of sedimentary rock formation?

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WEDCC stands for weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction, and cementation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediments settle out of the transporting medium (like water or wind) and accumulate.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is compaction in sedimentary rock formation?

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Compaction is the process where sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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What is cementation?

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

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What role do organic materials play in the formation of fossil fuels?

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Organic materials, like decaying plants, contribute to the formation of fossil fuels over millions of years.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.

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