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Fossils are very commonly found in sedimentary rocks more than other rocks. It can be composed of sand, decomposed other rocks and parts of hills or mountains and possibly fish bones.
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The most common minerals in clastic sedimentary rocks are likely?
the most common minerals in clastic sedimentary rocks are likely
What do sedimentary rocks have more often than metamorphic or igneous rocks?
Sedimentary rocks often have visible layers or bedding, which are less common in metamorphic or igneous rocks. Sedimentary rocks also tend to contain fossils, as they are formed from the accumulation of sediments. Additionally, sedimentary rocks are more likely to be composed of minerals that are common in the Earth's crust.
What are rocks called when they are formed by sand rocks and shells?
Rocks formed from sand, rocks, and shells are known as sedimentary rocks. Sandstones, mudstones, and limestone are common examples of sedimentary rocks that can be formed from these materials.
What is the most common rock in Michigan?
Many types of rocks can be found in Michigan. The largest and most common rocks found are sedimentary rocks. Examples of sedimentary rocks are granite, feldspar and sandstone.
Are fossils common in non-sedimentary rocks?
no they are not
Is a sill a common sedimentary rock?
yes sill is one of a sedimentary rocks
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.
What is the most common type of rock on earth's surface?
Sedimentary Rocks. 75% of rocks exposed to the surface are sedimentary.
What minerals are most common in detrital sedimentary rocks?
The most common minerals found in detrital sedimentary rocks are quartz, feldspar, and clay minerals. These minerals are often derived from the erosion and weathering of igneous and metamorphic rocks.
Rocks such as sandstone which are formed from particles of other rocks are?
Sedimentary rocks. Sandstone is a common example of a sedimentary rock that is formed from the accumulation and cementation of sand-sized grains of mineral and rock fragments.
Rocks formed from weathered debris from preexisisting rocks are called?
They are called clastic sedimentary rocks.
What are the three common rocks?
igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic!
