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Generally, time. In the case of sedimentary rocks, the rocks form as sediment accumulates, then, after a long period of time, they solidify by cementation (for example calcium precipitates forming a binding matrix). The longer the time for accumulation, the thicker the sediment, and then the thicker the layer.
That is a very simple answer to a complex process. Also it ignores rocks that form via volcanic forces (igneous). Metamorphic rocks are formed by heat/pressure so I'm not considering them here.
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What type of stress makes rocks thicker?
Compressive stress makes rocks thicker by pushing the rock layers together, causing them to compact and increase in thickness. This type of stress typically occurs when tectonic plates collide, leading to the formation of mountain ranges and thicker rock layers.
What are the release dates for Thicker Than Water The Tankards - 2013 Kandi Rocks 1-5?
Thicker Than Water The Tankards - 2013 Kandi Rocks 1-5 was released on: USA: December 2013
What makes a beard grow thicker?
Nothing.
What part of earth makes up the landmasses?
The earth's landmasses are primarily made up of continental crust. Continental crust is thicker, less dense, and composed mainly of rocks such as granite and sedimentary rocks. It's where the continents are located and covers about 30% of the Earth's surface.
Where is the crust thicker - under the continental shelf or under the oceans?
The crust is typically thicker under the continental shelf compared to under the oceans. This is because the continental crust is made of lighter granite rocks which are less dense than the basaltic rocks of the oceanic crust, resulting in thicker continental crust.
Why is the earth's crust thicker on land?
The Earth's crust is thicker on land compared to the ocean because of the presence of continental crust, which is generally thicker and less dense than oceanic crust. Continental crust is composed of less dense rocks like granite and sedimentary rocks, which contribute to its overall thickness.
What is a soup thickener?
Something that makes soup thicker
What if the earth has a thicker atmosphere?
makes the earth warmer.
What makes the skin rough?
A thicker layer of keratin.
What makes a basketball shoe a basketball shoe?
the heel is thicker
What does butter physically do in a cake?
it makes the cake thicker and fattning
What makes eyelashes longer thicker and darker?
A good mascara.
