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yes, about 89% of the Grand Canyon is sedimentary, 10% metamorphic and 1% igneous
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Where do you find sedimentry rocks?
Sedimentary rocks are typically found in layers along the sides of rivers and at the mouth of rivers. One very famous place where sedimentary rocks are most prevalent, more than metamorphic and igneous rocks the two other types of rocks, the Grand Canyon in Arizona. These rocks are associated with the vivid red rock layers seen throughout the canyon and took millions of years to form.
How did water most help shape the grand canyon?
because it shape the rocks because the rocks were originally sand
How old are the newest rocks of the grand canyon?
Well the newest rocks are always on the top or on the most visible place - normally top or closest to the side somewhere. The newer rocks never are at the bottom of a rock, cave, or canyon
What is sedimentary rock most similar to?
sedimentary rocks
What percentage of rocks on earth are sedimentary?
Sedimentary rocks are the most common types of rocks that cover the earths surface because they are layered rocks. Approximately 65% of the rocks are sedimentary.
Most non clastic sedimentary rocks are made up of what?
other sedimentary rocks.
What happens to the rocks of the Grand Canyon in Winter time?
The rocks stay put - they have been in the weather for thousands of years. For the most part, the rocks will be in the same place next year.
What makes the Grand Canyon interesting?
I think the most interesting thing about the Grand Canyon is that it is more than 3 million years old, and some of the rocks in it are more than 2 billion years old!
Fossils are most likely found in what rock?
No. They are usually found in sedimentary rock.
What rock type are most common at earths surface?
Sedimentary Rocks. 75% of rocks exposed to the surface are sedimentary. Basalt is the most common type of rock and it is igneous.
The most common minerals in clastic sedimentary rocks are likely?
the most common minerals in clastic sedimentary rocks are likely
Which type of rock is where fossils are found?
They are mostly found in Sedimentary Rocks
