What is a sedimentary rock?(1 point)

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A sedimentary rock is a type of rock that forms from deposited materials, such as mud, sand, or mineral fragments, that are compacted and cemented together over time.

What is a sedimentary rock?(1 point)

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A sedimentary rock is a type of rock that forms from accumulated sediments or organic materials that have been compressed and cemented together over time.

Earth's Layers and Features Unit Test

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Which of the following is the best definition of deposition in geology?(1 point)
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laying down of sediment in layers carried by wind, water or ice
laying down of sediment in layers carried by wind, water or ice

the mixing of many layers of sediment by wind, water or ice
the mixing of many layers of sediment by wind, water or ice

the creation of volcanic rock when liquid magma hits the ocean and cools
the creation of volcanic rock when liquid magma hits the ocean and cools

the creation of any metamorphic rock

The laying down of sediment in layers carried by wind, water or ice is the best definition of deposition in geology.

A sedimentary rock is a type of rock that forms from the accumulation and lithification of sediments. Sediments are particles or fragments of minerals, rocks, or organic matter that are deposited at the Earth's surface by various geological processes such as erosion, weathering, and transportation. Over time, these sediments become compacted and cemented together to form solid rock. Sedimentary rocks often contain visible layers or bands called strata, which are formed by the deposition of different types of sediments over time. Examples of sedimentary rocks include sandstone, limestone, shale, and conglomerate.