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yes, about 89% of the Grand Canyon is sedimentary, 10% metamorphic and 1% igneous

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What kind of rocks are in Bryce Canyon?

Bryce Canyon contains predominantly sedimentary rocks, with the most prominent being the Claron Formation composed of limestone, siltstone, and mudstone. The hoodoos in the canyon are formed from erosion of these sedimentary rocks over millions of years.


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 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!


Exposure of rocks at earth's surface to water and atmospheric conditions is most likely to cause?

weathering and erosion of the rocks over time. This can lead to the breakdown of the rocks into smaller particles and the transport of these particles by water and wind, eventually leading to the formation of sedimentary deposits.


The most common minerals in clastic sedimentary rocks are likely?

the most common minerals in clastic sedimentary rocks are likely


What rock type are most common at earths surface?

Sedimentary rocks are the most common type of rocks found at Earth's surface. They are formed by the accumulation and cementation of sediments such as sand, mud, and organic material over time. Sedimentary rocks cover about 75% of the Earth's surface.


Which type of rock is where fossils are found?

They are mostly found in Sedimentary Rocks


What is Arizona's most famous natural wonder?

Arizona's most famous natural wonder is the Grand Canyon.


What helped the Grand Canyon most carve it?

The grand canyon was made by the Colorado river and thousands of years