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Are sedimentary rocks chemically weathered?

Sedimentary rocks can be both chemically and mechanically weathered.


Which is the layer of soil that contains of weathered rocks?

The layer of soil that contains weathered rocks is the subsoil. This layer is located beneath the topsoil and consists of partially weathered rocks and minerals.


What are rock composed of weathered rocks called?

Weathered rocks that are composed of smaller fragments and grains are referred to as sedimentary rocks. These rocks are formed through the process of erosion, transportation, deposition, and lithification of the weathered materials.


What are sedimentary rocks of weathered rock fragments called?

Sedimentary rocks made of weathered rock fragments are called clastic sedimentary rocks. These rocks are formed from the accumulation and cementation of fragments that have been weathered, eroded, and transported from their original source. Examples include sandstone, shale, and conglomerate.


Why do weather rocks have rust streaks?

Some weathered rocks have rust streaks due to the iron content in the rocks. When rocks that have ferrous iron are weathered there will be rust streaks present.


Is weathered intrusive or extrusive?

Neither, at the surface all rocks become weathered.


Can rocks be weathered by chemical processes?

NO


mantle is composed of these rocks?

ferro magnesium silicate rocks


What substance is a mixture of organic matter and weathered rocks?

Soil is a mixture of organic matter and weathered rocks. Organic matter comes from decomposed plant and animal material, while weathered rocks contribute minerals and nutrients to the soil.


Is chrysolite silicate or non silicate?

Chrysolite is a silicate mineral. It is a type of magnesium-rich olivine silicate mineral commonly found in igneous and metamorphic rocks.


What happens when rocks weathered?

When sedimentary rocks are weathered and eroded, they turn into sediments. And after compaction and cementation of the sediments, it will turn back into sedimentary rock.


Are silicate minerals found in Precambrian rocks?

Yes. The majority of rocks from any period of earth's history will be predominantly made of silicate minerals.