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Which is a leading theory for the formation of fossil fuels? A. Radioactivity from Earth's early development formed hydrocarbons. B. Carbon accumulated due to excess nitrog…

Which is a leading theory for the formation of fossil fuels? A. Radioactivity from Earth's early development formed hydrocarbons. B. Carbon accumulated due to excess nitrog…
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Which is a leading theory for the formation of fossil fuels?

A. Radioactivity from Earth's early development formed
hydrocarbons.

B. Carbon accumulated due to excess nitrogen levels.

C. Nitrogen decayed, forming hydrocarbons.

D. Organic matter was compressed and heated.

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Organic matter was compressed and heated.

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D. organic matter was compressed and heated

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