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Can a fossil be found in granite?

It is conceivable that a fossil could be found among sedimentary rock crystals, and some dead organisms have actually been replaced by minerals which are composed of crystals. Fossils in gems and crystals from metamorphic or igneous processes--no.


Can igneous rocks change into sedimentary rocks?

Normally when sedimentary rocks are squashed and heated they do indeed change, they become metamorphic rocks. e.g. mud will be turned into slate - limestone into marble etc.As the metamorphic temperature and pressure increase still further, most sedimentary rocks end up as Granulites or Banded Gneisses which look very much like igneous rocks (Granites).In the extreme, sedimentary rocks can melt, and these melts will form new magmas which will eventually harden to form new igneous rocks.


In what type of rock do you find a fossil?

The vast majority of fossils are found in sedimentary rock. Igneous rock forms from magma; no chance for fossils to form there. Metamorphic rocks are other rock types that are changed by heat and pressure; their transformation and mineral reorganization causes very few fossils to be found there. Sedimentary rock can be formed from the accumulation of sediments and are often formed near ancient shores, basins, and lake beds. If an organism dies and is covered by sediments before being rotted or eaten by predatory organisms, it could eventually become part of the sedimentary layer that becomes rock.


Where are sedimentary rocks located?

sedimentary rocks can be locatedsome where in the earth..... LOLI'm sorry to say this, but the above answer is very unhelpful.Sedimentary rocks are located in alot of places, an example is:* Southwestern UtahAlso, Fossils are found inside sedimentary rocks.Hope I Helped!AliceAnswers


Do Igneous rocks change into sedimentary rocks?

Normally when sedimentary rocks are squashed and heated they do indeed change, they become metamorphic rocks. e.g. mud will be turned into slate - limestone into marble etc.As the metamorphic temperature and pressure increase still further, most sedimentary rocks end up as Granulites or Banded Gneisses which look very much like igneous rocks (Granites).In the extreme, sedimentary rocks can melt, and these melts will form new magmas which will eventually harden to form new igneous rocks.

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What is the difference between fossil rocks and non fossil rocks?

fossil rock has to be sedimentary, never igneous nor metamorphic, it contains dead very old plants, creatures any kind..... and that suggests a suitable environment for preservation; quick burial and no air existence also not a very high temperature to keep the shape of the fossil.


What rock types would most likely contain fossil?

Sedimentary rock is the only type of rock that will contain fossils, but there are several types of sedimentary rock.Examples:Clastic Sedimentary Rocks (particles of silt and/or sand that cement together): Conglomerate, Breccia, Sandstone, Siltstone, Shale.Examples:Chemical Sedimentary Rocks (forms when mineral constituents become supersaturated and inorganically precipitate):Evaporates:Halite, GypsumCarbonates:Limestone, Fossiliferous LimestoneSiliceous Rocks: ChertOrganic Sedimentary Rocks: Coal.The rocks listed in BOLD will likely be found with fossils.


Can a fossil be found in granite?

It is conceivable that a fossil could be found among sedimentary rock crystals, and some dead organisms have actually been replaced by minerals which are composed of crystals. Fossils in gems and crystals from metamorphic or igneous processes--no.


What are common sedimentary rocks?

Fossils are very commonly found in sedimentary rocks more than other rocks. It can be composed of sand, decomposed other rocks and parts of hills or mountains and possibly fish bones.


What type of rocks have fossils found in them?

Fossils are nearly always found in some type of sedimentary rock. Limestone is a sedimentary rock which very commonly contains fossils, as is coal.


Where are gold fossils in fossil fighters?

You can find them in Miraculous Fossil rocks.You can find those in any Fossil Park but it is very hard to find one.They appear as Yellow dots on your sonar,but the yellow dots can also be Fossil rocks,Dark Fossil rocks,and Wonderous Fossil rocks.


How can one visually identify rocks as sedimentary rocks?

Research has shown that it is not always very easy to identify sedimentary rocks with the naked eye. It has been stated that sedimentary rocks are porous and may contain small holes. Also, if one is to rub the rock and small grains tend to come off it might also be sedimentary.


What type of rock can only form on or near earths surface?

Sedimentary rocks are the type of rocks that can only form on or very near Earth's surface. Sedimentary rocks form from weathering processes that occur on Earth's surface.


What happens to the very bottom layers of sedimentary rocks over time?

The layers get burried


Can igneous rocks change into sedimentary rocks?

Normally when sedimentary rocks are squashed and heated they do indeed change, they become metamorphic rocks. e.g. mud will be turned into slate - limestone into marble etc.As the metamorphic temperature and pressure increase still further, most sedimentary rocks end up as Granulites or Banded Gneisses which look very much like igneous rocks (Granites).In the extreme, sedimentary rocks can melt, and these melts will form new magmas which will eventually harden to form new igneous rocks.


Can sedimentary rocks change into igneous rocks?

Normally when sedimentary rocks are squashed and heated they do indeed change, they become metamorphic rocks. e.g. mud will be turned into slate - limestone into marble etc.As the metamorphic temperature and pressure increase still further, most sedimentary rocks end up as Granulites or Banded Gneisses which look very much like igneous rocks (Granites).In the extreme, sedimentary rocks can melt, and these melts will form new magmas which will eventually harden to form new igneous rocks.


In what type of rock do you find a fossil?

The vast majority of fossils are found in sedimentary rock. Igneous rock forms from magma; no chance for fossils to form there. Metamorphic rocks are other rock types that are changed by heat and pressure; their transformation and mineral reorganization causes very few fossils to be found there. Sedimentary rock can be formed from the accumulation of sediments and are often formed near ancient shores, basins, and lake beds. If an organism dies and is covered by sediments before being rotted or eaten by predatory organisms, it could eventually become part of the sedimentary layer that becomes rock.