Sedimentary Rock and Fossil Fuels

Which diagram models the process of compaction leading to the formation of Sedimentary Rock?

• F

• G

• H

• J

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Several layers of sedimentary rock are illustrated. They are in the same order as when they first formed. Which layer formed first?

• Rock Layer W

• Rock Layer X

• Rock Layer Y

• Rock Layer Z

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Sedimentary rocks form when broken bits of other rock are deposited and then-

• buried and squeezed and cemented together

• melted by the heat of the Earth's core

• completely dissolved in salt water in the ocean

• used by humans as a natural resource

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Which number in the flow chart is NOT correct in describing the formation of sedimentary rock?

• Number 1

• Number 2

• Number 3

• Number 4

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Which answer choice best explains how sedimentary rock becomes exposed over the years?

• from weathering and erosion

• from a hurricane

• from a tsunami

• none of the above

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

The diagram above shows the sequence of the process that turn solid rock into sandstone. Which two processes best complete this diagram?

• Melting and cooling

• Erosion and compaction

• Compaction and cementation

• Evaporation and dissolving

The diagram below shows the processes of sedimentary rock formation. Which process best fit in the box marked with an X?

• Weather and Compaction

• Erosion and Cementation

• Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

• Melting, Cooling, and Deposition

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

The table below describes the steps involved in the formation of sedimentary rocks. Based on the information above, which step in the sedimentary rock formation process is known as deposition?

• Step 1

• Step 2

• Step 3

• Step 4

All of these processes are related to the formation of sedimentary rock EXCEPT -

• compaction

• cementation

• deposition

• condensation

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

• Sand

• Fossils

• Plates

• Sediment

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NGSS.4-ESS2-1