Sedimentary Rock Fossil Fuels 2

The diagram shows layers of sedimentary rock and examples of the fossils each layer contains, Which layer contains the oldest fossils? 

• A. Layer 2
• B. Layer 4
• C. Layer 1
• D. Layer 3

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The surface of the land displays a mountain range and rivers. What might a scientist conclude about about the environment, based on the fossils in the sedimentary layers? 

• A. The land was once a rainforest. 
• The area was once covered by a desert. 
• C. The area was once a grassy plain. 
• D. The area was once near or covered by an ocean. 

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Which fossil layer is the youngest? 

• A. Layer A
• B. Layer B
• C. Layer C
• D. Layer D

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Which of the following is associated with the formation of sedimentary rock?

• minerals & extreme heat

• Compaction and Cementation

• Chemical change and Heat

• Melting and Pressure

Rocks will break down into smaller pieces. What are those pieces called?

• Crust
• Fossils
• Plates
• Sediment

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Which layer formed first?

• Rock Layer W
• Rock Layer X
• Rock Layer Y
• Rock Layer Z

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4. Fossil fuels came from the fossilized remains of plants and animals from long ago.

• True
• False

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What fossil fuel is in the image?

• Natural Gas
• Steam
• Coal
• Petroleum

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What fossil fuel is in the image?

• Coal
• Natural Gas
• Petroleum

Which of the following is NOT a fossil fuel.

• coal

• carbon dioxide

• petroleum oil

• natural gas

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