Earth Science - Review

All of the fossilized organisms in this diagram were alive at the same time.

A river moves onto flatter land and begins to reach the ocean, it deposits sediments and forms 

Fossil fuels are what type of resource?

What is the final step in the creation of sedimentary rocks?

Broken-down rock material is carried from one place to another by moving water, wind, or ice.

Land surrounded by water

The chemical and physical processes that breaks down rock on the Earth's surface.

Weathered, broken down pieces of rock

Which layer is the oldest?

Deep valley with steep sides

Processes by which rock, sand, and soil are broken down and carried away.

Which one is NOT a fossil fuel?

When rock is broken down into smaller pieces, it is known as _______.

A plant's _________ most often cause weathering of rocks.

Process in which sediment is left in a new location. 

The remains of ancient plants in a swampy area would form what fossil fuel?

What would decay and create oil or natural gas?

What type of environment did this fossilized organism come from?

A slowly moving mass or river of ice formed by the accumulation and compaction of snow. 

Is a hill of sand built by either wind or water flow.