Sedimentary Rocks

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What is the process called when new sediment layers are deposited on top of older layers?

Back

Compaction.

Front

What are the three main processes in the Sedimentary Rock Cycle?

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Erosion, Compaction, Cementation.

Front

What is the term for putting pressure on sediments underground?

Back

Compaction.

Front

What is NOT needed to make sedimentary rocks?

Back

Organic matter.

Front

Which two processes are involved in turning solid rock into sandstone?

Back

Compaction and Cementation.

Front

What is sedimentation?

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The process of settling or being deposited as sediment.

Front

Define cementation in the context of sedimentary rocks.

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Cementation is the process by which dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles of sediment together.

Front

What role does erosion play in the formation of sedimentary rocks?

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Erosion breaks down rocks into smaller particles, which can then be transported and deposited as sediment.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Front

What types of materials can become sediment?

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Minerals, organic matter, and fragments of other rocks.

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How does compaction affect sediment layers?

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Compaction reduces the volume of sediment layers by squeezing them together under pressure.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4