Sedimentary Rock

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What is sedimentary rock?

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Sedimentary rock is a type of rock formed by the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles, often in layers.

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What are the three main types of sedimentary rocks?

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Clastic, chemical, and organic.

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What is lithification?

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

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What is compaction in the context of sedimentary rocks?

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Compaction is the process where sediments are pressed together under pressure, reducing their volume.

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What is cementation in sedimentary rock formation?

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Cementation is the process where minerals precipitate from water and fill the spaces between sediment grains, binding them together.

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What is a clastic sedimentary rock?

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Clastic sedimentary rocks are formed from fragments of other rocks and minerals that have been weathered and eroded.

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What is a chemical sedimentary rock?

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Chemical sedimentary rocks form from the precipitation of minerals from water, often as a result of evaporation.

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What is an organic sedimentary rock?

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Organic sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation of plant and animal debris, such as coal.

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What is an example of a clastic sedimentary rock?

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Sandstone is an example of a clastic sedimentary rock.

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What is an example of a chemical sedimentary rock?

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Limestone is an example of a chemical sedimentary rock.