Sedimentary Rocks & Fossil Fuels

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What causes rocks to break down?

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Weathering is the process that causes rocks to break down into smaller pieces.

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What is the term for sediment that is left behind in rivers, lakes, and oceans?

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Deposition is the process where sediment is left behind in bodies of water.

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What type of rock is made of layers of compressed sediments?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from layers of compressed sediments.

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Which of the following is NOT a fossil fuel: coal, carbon dioxide, petroleum oil, natural gas?

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Carbon dioxide is not a fossil fuel.

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What is the process called when layers become stuck together like glue to form sedimentary rocks?

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Cementation is the process that binds layers of sediment together to form sedimentary rocks.

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What is weathering?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller pieces due to natural forces.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is small pieces of rock, minerals, and organic material that are transported by wind, water, or ice.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Fossil fuels are natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is the difference between sedimentary rock and igneous rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from compressed sediments, while igneous rock is formed from cooled and solidified magma or lava.