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What is cementation?

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The process by which dissolved minerals in water glue particles of sediment together into one rock.

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What is compaction in the sedimentary rock process?

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Compaction is the process of squeezing sediments together under pressure.

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What does deposition mean in geology?

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Deposition is the dropping off of sediments in new locations.

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What is a sedimentary rock?

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A type of rock that forms in layers when sediments from weathered rocks are eroded and deposited, then compacted and cemented.

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What is the role of erosion in sedimentary rock formation?

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Erosion is the process that removes sediments from one location and transports them to another.

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What is the difference between weathering and erosion?

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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks, while erosion is the movement of those broken pieces.

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What are fossils?

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Fossils are the preserved remains or traces of ancient living organisms found in sedimentary rocks.

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How do fossils form?

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Fossils form when organisms are buried by sediment, which then compacts and cements over time.

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What is the significance of sedimentary rocks?

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Sedimentary rocks provide important information about Earth's history and past environments.

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What is the process of lithification?

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Lithification is the process of turning sediments into solid rock through compaction and cementation.