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The velocity of moving water controls the sediment it can carry. How will a decrease in water velocity control the size of the sediment particle that is deposited first?
 
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If coal is composed of organic materials such as vegetation, what prevents them from decaying before they become a sedimentary rock?
 
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Answer to Question 1

Answer: As fast-moving water begins to slow, the largest particles will be deposited first. As water continues to slow, the next largest particles will be deposited.

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Answer: Coal forms in swamps, which are oxygen-deficient. There is not enough oxygen to allow bacteria to completely decay the plant matter.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Excellent


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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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