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Fossils are found nearly exclusively in sedimentary rock because these rocks form from the accumulation of sediment, which can include organic materials and remains of living organisms. The conditions in sedimentary environments, such as riverbeds, lakes, and ocean floors, facilitate the burial and preservation of these remains, protecting them from decay and destruction. In contrast, igneous and metamorphic rocks are formed under conditions that typically destroy fossils due to high heat and pressure. Thus, sedimentary rocks provide the ideal setting for fossilization.

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