Sedimentary rocks

What are sedimentary rocks made up of?

• Pieces of pre-existing sedimentary rocks called 'Clasts'

• Water and dirt

• Magma which has been solidified

• Layers of rock which is heated in the Earth's mantle.

WEDCC is an acronym used to explain the formation of sedimentary rocks. What does W stand for?

WEDCC is an acronym used to explain the formation of sedimentary rocks. What does E stand for?

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WEDCC is an acronym used to explain the formation of sedimentary rocks. What does D stand for?

WEDCC is an acronym used to explain the formation of sedimentary rocks. What does C stand for?

WEDCC is an acronym used to explain the formation of sedimentary rocks. What does C stand for?

Weathering is....

• When preexisting rocks are broken down

• When it rains or the sun is out

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Erosion is...

• When sand and rocks (clasts) are transported by wind or rain

• When magma is colling in the earth's crust

• When preexisting rocks are broken down

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Deposition is...

• When loose sediment is deposited on the ground or seafloor

• When magma cools in the earth's mantle

• When tiny rocks are broken off and transported by water.

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Compaction and cementation occur when....

• Particles of rock (clasts) are pressed together and minerals in the water cause them to stick together

• Glue is added to sand to make concrete

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