Sediment and Sedimentary Rocks Flashcard

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What is the process by which material can be transported by wind or water far from its origin?

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Transportation

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What is the difference between foliated and non-foliated rocks?

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Foliated rocks have a layered or banded appearance due to the alignment of minerals, while non-foliated rocks do not have this layered structure.

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What is the scientific definition of a metamorphic rock?

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A metamorphic rock forms when a rock is changed by heat and/or pressure.

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What are organic sedimentary rocks?

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Organic sedimentary rocks are formed from the remains of plants or animals.

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What is sediment?

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Sediment is made up of small solid pieces of material that come from rocks or living things.

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What are the main types of sedimentary rocks?

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The main types of sedimentary rocks are clastic, chemical, and organic.

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How do clastic sedimentary rocks form?

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Clastic sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and compaction of mineral and rock fragments.

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What role does water play in the formation of sedimentary rocks?

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Water can transport sediments, facilitate chemical reactions, and aid in the compaction and cementation of sediments into sedimentary rocks.

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What is lithification?

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Lithification is the process of turning sediments into solid rock through compaction and cementation.

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What is the significance of fossils in sedimentary rocks?

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Fossils found in sedimentary rocks provide important information about past life and environmental conditions.