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Name four clastic sedimentary rocks and explain how these rocks form?
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Shale, Siltstone, Sandstone, and Breccia are four clastic sedimentary rocks. Shale and Siltstone are formed in mud, Sandstones formed in sand. Breccia formed in gravel.
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