Amplify Unit 3 Earth's Features

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What is a claim in a scientific argument?

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A claim is an answer to a question based on evidence.

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Which layer of rock is typically the youngest?

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The topmost layer.

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What do different sedimentary rocks tell us about past environments?

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Different sediment builds up in different environments, so different kinds of sedimentary rocks form in different environments.

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What is the significance of conglomerate rocks?

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They can form in various environments, making it hard to determine specific past conditions.

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What can the color of rocks indicate?

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The color of rocks can indicate the presence of minerals.

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is formed from particles of sand, shells, pebbles, and other fragments of material.

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How do fossils form in sedimentary rocks?

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Fossils form when organisms are buried by sediment and their remains are preserved over time.

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What is the rock cycle?

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The rock cycle is the process by which rocks change from one type to another over time.

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What are the three main types of rocks?

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The three main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What is erosion?

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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from one location and transported to another.