NW2 Science Vocab Review

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A natural physical structure on Earth

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landform

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Process of rock breakdown by wind, water, ice, or weather elements.

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weathering

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Movement of weathered material by water, wind & ice

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erosion

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Process of depositing weathered & eroded material by water, wind & ice

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deposition

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Process where pressure from rocks & soil reduces sediment size/volume

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compaction

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Binding & hardening of sediments into rock

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cementation

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Fuels formed over millions of years from ancient plants & animals.

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fossil fuels

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Tiny pieces of rock & organic material.

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sediment

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Layers of compressed organic & inorganic sediments.

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sedimentary rock

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Liquid fossil fuel from marine organisms buried in sediment for millions of years.

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oil