Amplify Science Earth's Features Flashcard

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What happens to sediment when it cements together?

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Sediment binds together to form solid rock.

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What occurs to a layer of sediment as it compacts and cements?

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The layer gets thicker.

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What is an observation in science?

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An observation is a statement about what you see, such as 'the fossil was white with dirt on it'.

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What are small pieces of rock, such as silt or sand, called?

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Sediment.

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What is an inference in science?

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An inference is figuring something out based on observations and prior knowledge.

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What is the process of sediment turning into rock called?

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Lithification.

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What is the role of a geologist?

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A geologist studies the Earth, its materials, and processes.

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What is compaction in geology?

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Compaction is the process where sediment grains are pressed together under pressure.

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What is the difference between observation and inference?

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Observation is what you see; inference is what you conclude from those observations.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and cementation of mineral and organic particles.