Question

formation of sedimentary rocks and fossil fuels (teks 5.10.b) quiz a
rianna posey
which of these statements explain the conditions under which both fossil fuels and sedimentary rocks form? select two correct answers.
a. they are formed from deposits of preexisting rocks or remains of organisms.
b. the remains of organisms are covered by layers of silt and sand over time.
c. high heat and pressure turn the remains of organisms into new material.
d. they are buried under layers and firmly pressed together by pressure.
e. they are produced by the weathering of preexisting rocks.
f. they form near earth’s surface.

Explanation:

Sedimentary rocks and fossil - fuels form from deposits of pre - existing rocks or organism remains. High heat/pressure transform organism remains and weathering of pre - existing rocks is involved.

Answer:

A. They are formed from deposits of preexisting rocks or remains of organisms.
E. They are produced by the weathering of preexisting rocks.