Biogeochemistry Unit Test

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Question
How are fossil fuels formed?(1 point)
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by heat energy intensifying over the ocean
by heat energy intensifying over the ocean

from decaying matter not recycled into the atmosphere
from decaying matter not recycled into the atmosphere

by photosynthesis
by photosynthesis

from water released by plants

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Fossil fuels are formed from decaying matter not recycled into the atmosphere. This matter typically comes from ancient plants and animals that were buried under layers of sediment and subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years, transforming them into coal, oil, or natural gas.

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