GEOLOGY
PALEONTOLOGY
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texture
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weathering
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sediment
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erosion
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Detailed explanation-1: -Sedimentary Rock. An example of a sedimentary rock, which is, by definition, composed of many, smaller rocks. Sedimentary rocks are formed on or near the Earth’s surface, in contrast to metamorphic and igneous rocks, which are formed deep within the Earth.
Detailed explanation-2: -Weathering is the breaking down or dissolving of rocks and minerals on Earths surface. Once a rock has been broken down, a process called erosion transports the bits of rock and minerals away. Water, acids, salt, plants, animals, and changes in temperature are all agents of weathering and erosion.
Detailed explanation-3: -Igneous rock at Earth’s surface breaks down into sediments by weathering. Erosion carries the sediments and deposits them in layers. Over time, these layers become buried and compacted to form sedimentary rock.