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Sedimentary rocks form through the accumulation and lithification (compaction and cementation) of sediments such as sand, mud, and organic materials. These sediments are typically deposited in layers by water, wind, or ice over long periods of time. Over time, the sediments become compacted and cemented together to form solid rock.

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What else can sedimentary rocks form from?

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What type of rocks weather and erode to form sedimentary rocks?

Igneous, metamorphic, and existing sedimentary rocks can weather and erode to form sedimentary rocks. Igneous and metamorphic rocks can break down into sediments through processes like weathering and erosion, which then may accumulate and lithify into sedimentary rocks. Existing sedimentary rocks can also be reworked and lithified to form new sedimentary rocks through processes like compaction and cementation.


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Can metamorphic rocks can form from igneous but not from sedimentary rocks?

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No, sedimentary rocks formed from fragments of other rocks are called clastic sedimentary rocks. Chemical sedimentary rocks form from minerals that are dissolved in water and precipitate out to form rocks like limestone or halite.


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Rocks that form when sediment cements and hardens together and hardens?

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What rocks form from the sediments of the other rocks?

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Are there any fossils in sedimentary rocks?

Yes all fossils occur in sedimentary rocks or rocks that began as sedimentary rocks.