How is sedimentary rock formed?
In this lesson, we will learn about our third type of rock: sedimentary rock. We will look at the steps needed to make sedimentary rock and how fossils are formed in sedimentary rock. We will then learn what a palaeontologist is and identify some different fossils. For this lesson
How is sedimentary rock formed?
In this lesson, we will learn about our third type of rock: sedimentary rock. We will look at the steps needed to make sedimentary rock and how fossils are formed in sedimentary rock. We will then learn what a palaeontologist is and identify some different fossils. For this lesson
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- Describe how sedimentary rock is formed
- Describe how fossils are formed
- Explain how we can tell the age of a sedimentary rock
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4 Questions
Q1.
What is metamorphosis?
lots of small grains that fit together
when lava or magma cools and turns to rock
Q2.
What are the TWO things that can turn sedimentary rock or igneous rock into metamorphic rock?
oxygen
water
Q3.
Which type of rock is formed when heat and pressure inside the Earth change igneous and sedimentary rock?
igneous rock
sedimentary rock
Q4.
Which type of rock is formed when magma or lava cools?
metamorphic rock
sedimentary rock
5 Questions
Q1.
Which type of rock is formed when heat and pressure inside the Earth change igneous and sedimentary rock?
igneous rock
sedimentary rock
Q2.
Which type of rock is formed when pressure from layers of sediment causes the sediment to compact and cement.
igneous rock
metamorphic rock
Q3.
Which type of rock is formed when magma or lava cools?
metamorphic rock
sedimentary rock
Q4.
What type of rocks do fossils form in?
igneous rock
metamorphic rock
Q5.
What kind of scientist studies fossils?
A fossilologist
A zoologist