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Sedimentary rocks are composed of layers, and show how layers have built up over time. Hope this helps!

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Rocks formed from weathered debris from preexisisting rocks are called?

They are called clastic sedimentary rocks.


What is special about a sedimentary rock?

Nothing. Scientists have reached consensus that there is absolutely nothing important or special about sedimentary rock. Sedimentary rocks are barely even rocks. Some scientists are pushing to have sedimentary rocks declassified as rocks, and reclassified as extraneous matter.


What is the physical processes that are important in transforming sedimentary rock into metamorphic rocks?

The physical processes important in transforming sedimentary rocks to metamorphic rocks are, Pressure, Temperature, Stress, Depth of burial and Metasomatism.


Which property is more important for each sedimentary rock type?

Grain size is more important for determining the classification of clastic sedimentary rocks, such as sandstone or shale. Composition is more important for determining the classification of chemical sedimentary rocks, such as limestone or rock salt. Layering is more important for identifying the structure of sedimentary rocks, such as bedding in sandstone or shale.


What has the author Sam Boggs written?

Sam Boggs has written: 'Petrology of sedimentary rocks' -- subject(s): Sedimentary Rocks 'Petrology of sedimentary rocks' -- subject(s): Rocks, Sedimentary, Sedimentary Rocks


What type of natural rocks does human made concrete most resemble?

sedimentary


Are sedimentary rocks formed from fragments of other rocks chemical sedimentary rocks?

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.


Are there any fossils in sedimentary rocks?

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


What is the most important information on sedimentary rocks?

Probably that they are sedimentary. =] They are made of sediments, and, unlike igneous and metamorphic rocks, are so far unaffected by magma/lava.


Are fossils an important component of igneous rock?

No, fossils are typically found in sedimentary rocks, not igneous rocks. Sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and compaction of sediments, which can preserve fossils, while igneous rocks form from the cooling and solidification of molten rock, where fossils are usually destroyed.


Why are sedimentary rocks so important for understanding the history of the Earth?

Through observation of sedimentary rocks, geologists are able to analyze rock layers and date the rocks by testing the carbon in each sample.


What are three types of rocks?

igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic