Sedimentary Rocks & Fossil Fuels

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What is deposition?

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Deposition is the process where sediment is left behind in rivers, lakes, and oceans.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are a nonrenewable resource formed from the remains of ancient living things.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which wind, water, ice, and gravity carry sediments away.

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What transforms living things into fossil fuels?

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Heat and pressure transform living things into fossil fuels.

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What is cementation?

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Cementation is the process where layers of sediment become stuck together like glue to form sedimentary rocks.

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What are the main types of sedimentary rocks?

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The main types of sedimentary rocks are clastic, chemical, and organic.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller pieces through natural forces.

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How do sedimentary rocks form?

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Sedimentary rocks form through the processes of deposition, compaction, and cementation.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally, while nonrenewable resources cannot be replaced once used.

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What role do fossils play in understanding Earth's history?

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Fossils provide evidence of past life and help scientists understand the history of Earth.