Which of the following is the correct definition of sedimentary rock?

• Type of rock that forms when liquid magma cools and solidifies

• Type of rock that forms when existing rocks are exposed to high heat and pressure, causing it to change into a different rock

• Type of rock on the Earth’s surface that is formed by the deposition and compaction of sediments

• Type of rock filled with valuable metals or minerals that can be mined for money

The formation of sedimentary rocks involves which of the following processes?

• Erosion, degradation and compaction

• Weathering, deposition and melting

• Degradation, erosion and melting

• Erosion, deposition and compaction

All of the following are examples of fossil fuels except – A. oil B. geothermal C. natural gas D. coal

• oil

• geothermal

• natural gas

• coal

Which of the events below leads to the formation of fossil fuels?

• The burial of dead plants and animals

• The weathering and erosion of rock

• The melting and cooling of liquid rock

• Movement of rock along a fault

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All of the following statements about sediment are true except – A. it is made of small pieces of material that can be transported by water and air B. some common examples are sand, silt and gravel C. it is formed by compaction and cementation D. it is formed by weathering and erosion

• A. it is made of small pieces of material that can be transported by water and air

• B. some common examples are sand, silt and gravel

• C. it is formed by compaction and cementation

• D. it is formed by weathering and erosion

What process do the arrows represent in this picture below?

• Erosion

• Compaction

• Weathering

• Melting

Which of the following is NOT required for the formation of fossil fuels?

• A. The burial of remains of ancient plants and animals

• B. The compaction of sediment layers

• C. Volcanic eruptions

• D. The cementation of minerals

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Which of the following is an example of a type of sedimentary rock?

• Marble

• Sandstone

• Slate

• Granite

Which type of particles must be present in order for fossil fuels to form?

• Sand and other sediment

• The remains of dead organisms

• Metal ore, such as gold or copper

• Liquid rock, also known as magma

What are fossil fuels?

• A) A renewable fuel source formed from the remains of ancient organisms

• B) A nonrenewable fuel source formed from the remains of ancient organisms

• C) A renewable fuel source that comes from the heat in the Earth's crust

• D) A nonrenewable fuel source that comes from the heat in the Earth's crust

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