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The remains of plants and animals are buried at the bottom of swamps.
The remains of plants and animals are buried at the bottom of swamps.
Heat and pressure build up on top of decaying matter.
Heat and pressure build up on top of decaying matter.
Carbon bonds break, producing methane gas.
Carbon bonds break, producing methane gas.
The remains of plants and animals are buried at the bottom of oceans.
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The most accurate response that applies to the formation of all fossil fuels is:
Heat and pressure build up on top of decaying matter.
While other options mention specific environments (like swamps or oceans), the buildup of heat and pressure is a fundamental process that characterizes the formation of fossil fuels, including coal, oil, and natural gas.
