Sedimentary Review

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What kind of rock is formed when debris is buried, compressed, and cemented together?

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Sedimentary Rock

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If a rock contains shell fragments, it is most likely a:

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Sedimentary Rock

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What is weathering?

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The process of breaking down rocks into sediment.

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What is the movement of sediment called?

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Erosion

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What is the difference between conglomerate and breccia?

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Breccia is made of angular sediments.

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What process involves the accumulation of sediment in a new location?

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Deposition

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What is compaction in the context of sedimentary rocks?

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The process of sediments being pressed together under pressure.

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What is cementation in sedimentary rock formation?

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The process where dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles together.

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What type of sedimentary rock is formed from the remains of plants and animals?

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Organic Sedimentary Rock

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What is the primary agent of erosion?

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Water, wind, and ice.