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What sedimantary rock made of?

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they are made from mostly decay plants and animals

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Sedimentary rocks are made of various materials such as mineral fragments, organic matter, or chemical precipitates. These materials accumulate over time in layers and become compacted and cemented together to form rocks like sandstone, shale, or limestone.

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