Sedimentary rocks
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Where and how are sedimentary rocks formed
They are formed on or near the Earth’s surface from the compression of ocean sediments or other processes.
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What are sedimentary rocks formed from
They are formed on pre-existing rocks or pieces of once-living organisms.
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3 Types of Sedimentary Rocks
Clastic
Chemical
Organic
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How are the clastic-type rocks formed
Formed from accumulation of clasts: little pieces of rocks and shells.
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How are the chemical-type rocks formed
Formed when dissolved minerals precipitate from a solution.
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How are the organic-type rocks formed
Rocks formed from the accumulation of materials from living things or product of living things.
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