Sedimentary Rock Classification

Sedimentary Rocks

A look into how sedimentary rocks are formed

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What does the word compaction mean?

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_______is the gluing or sticking together of sediments

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Write the definition of sediment in your own words!

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______sedimentary rocks are formed by compacted sediments and are classified by their size

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List at least two examples of clastic sedimentary rocks. (spelling doesn't count)

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________rocks are the only type of rock that will contain fossils or evidence of past life?