Sedimentary Rocks

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What factors can lead to the formation of a sedimentary rock?

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compaction and cementation

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Rock made of layers of compressed sediments

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sedimentary rock

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The process by which running water, wind, or ice carry away bits of broken-up rock

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erosion

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Small pebbles, pieces of other rock, and sand are called?

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sediment

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What characteristic do sedimentary rocks often have? Options: weather patterns, tiny crystals, striped layers, glassy surfaces

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striped layers

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Which formation process do most sedimentary rocks follow? Options: erosion, deposition, compaction, cementation

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erosion, deposition, compaction, cementation

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Which best describes deposition? Options: sediment pressing together, dissolved minerals crystallize and glue particles together, particles settle as loosely packed sediment, running water or wind carry away fragments of rock

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particles settle as loosely packed sediment

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Which process best describes compaction?

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particles are squeezed together under pressure

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Sedimentary Rocks are often made up of other rocks and minerals.

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True

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What is the breaking down of rocks?

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Weathering