Sedimentary rock and fossil fuels

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are fuels that form from the remains of plant and other organisms that were buried and altered over millions of years.

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Why did oil formation occur in large oceans?

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Oil formation occurs in large oceans because they have great numbers of tiny marine animals.

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Which rock layer formed first?

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Rock Layer Z.

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How does the Sun contribute to the formation of fossil fuels?

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The Sun gives energy to the living things that become fossil fuels.

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What is coal formed from?

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Coal is formed from plant remains along with heat and pressure.

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Define sedimentary rock.

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Sedimentary rock is 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 fossilization?

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Fossilization is the process by which remains of living organisms are preserved in sedimentary rock over millions of years.

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What are the main types of fossil fuels?

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The main types of fossil fuels are coal, oil, and natural gas.

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How does heat and pressure affect the formation of fossil fuels?

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Heat and pressure over millions of years transform organic material into fossil fuels.

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What role do marine organisms play in oil formation?

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Marine organisms, when they die, contribute to the organic material that eventually forms oil.