Starter #37

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What process forms sedimentary rock?

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Compaction and cementation.

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Continental crust is ______ dense than oceanic crust.

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Less.

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Why does rock begin to sink at point 3?

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Oceanic crust is more dense and sinks under the less dense continental crust.

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What is the main difference between a shield volcano and a composite volcano?

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Composite volcanoes have more explosive eruptions.

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Which type of boundary is associated with the creation of mountain ranges?

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Convergent boundary.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Rock formed by the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles.

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What is the role of compaction in sedimentary rock formation?

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Compaction reduces the volume of sediment and increases density.

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What is cementation in geology?

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The process where dissolved minerals crystallize and bind sediment particles together.

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What are the characteristics of oceanic crust?

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Denser, thinner, and primarily composed of basalt.

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What are the characteristics of continental crust?

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Less dense, thicker, and primarily composed of granite.