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Sedimentary rocks

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 8mins

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1.

What are sedimentary rocks made up of?

a)

Pieces of pre-existing sedimentary rocks called 'Clasts'

b)

Water and dirt

c)

Magma which has been solidified

d)

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

2.

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

(a)  

3.

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

(a)  

4.

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

(a)  

5.

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

(a)  

6.

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

(a)  

7.

Weathering is....

a)

When preexisting rocks are broken down

b)

When it rains or the sun is out

8.

Erosion is...

a)

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

b)

When magma is colling in the earth's crust

c)

When preexisting rocks are broken down

9.

Deposition is...

a)

When loose sediment is deposited on the ground or seafloor

b)

When magma cools in the earth's mantle

c)

When tiny rocks are broken off and transported by water.

10.

Compaction and cementation occur when....

a)

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

b)

Glue is added to sand to make concrete