Sedimentary Rocks

Front

What are sedimentary rocks?

Back

Sedimentary rocks are types of rocks formed by the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles, often in layers.

Front

What is a clastic sedimentary rock?

Back

A clastic sedimentary rock is made up of fragments of older rocks that have been weathered and eroded.

Front

What is lithification?

Back

Lithification is the process of compacting and cementing sediments to form sedimentary rock.

Front

What are the three main types of sedimentary rocks?

Back

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

Front

What is an example of a clastic sedimentary rock?

Back

An example of a clastic sedimentary rock is sandstone.

Front

What is the process of weathering?

Back

Weathering is the breaking down of rocks into smaller particles due to environmental factors.

Front

What is erosion?

Back

Erosion is the process of transporting rock fragments and sediments from one location to another.

Front

What is deposition in the context of sedimentary rocks?

Back

Deposition is the process where sediments settle out of the transporting medium, such as water or wind.

Front

What is an organic sedimentary rock?

Back

An organic sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation of plant or animal debris, such as coal.

Front

What is a chemical sedimentary rock?

Back

A chemical sedimentary rock forms when minerals precipitate from a solution, often due to evaporation.