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Use the rock cycle to explain why sedimentary rock will never be the only form of rock on Earth?
Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments, but the rock cycle continuously transforms rocks from one type to another. Igneous rocks can form from molten magma, while metamorphic rocks arise from the alteration of existing rocks under heat and pressure. Through processes like erosion, subduction, and volcanic activity, sedimentary rocks can be broken down and recycled into other rock types. Therefore, the dynamic nature of the rock cycle ensures that sedimentary rocks coexist with igneous and metamorphic rocks, preventing any single type from being the only form of rock on Earth.
Are sedimentary rocks made on the Earth's surface?
Sedimentary rocks form at the bottom of bodies of water, as more and more layers of sediment build up above them. Compared to the depths at which metamorphic rocks form, and some of the places igneous rocks form, these are indeed close to the Earth's surface.
Why can only sedimentary rocks contain in tact fossils?
Sedimentary rocks form three horizontal layers: strata, singular and stratum. The organisms that fall into the sedimentary rocks, will then be fossilized in each layer.
Sedimentary rocks formed when they undergo?
Sedimentary rocks are formed when pre-existing rocks, minerals, or organic material undergo weathering, erosion, transportation, and deposition. These sediments then undergo compaction and cementation to form solid rock layers.
Can sedimentary rocks form under the ocean or on land only?
Sedimentary rocks formed under oceans, but the ocean may no longer be there. The Great Lakes region was once all under water and has much sedimentary rock.
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.
Which type of rock can only form on or very near Earth's surface?
Any type of extrusive igneous rock. (i.e. basalt, rhyolite, andesite...) Also, some sedimentary rocks form at the surface by the precipitation of minerals when solutions cool or the water evaporates out of them. Examples include travertine, a calcite-rich rock that forms in hot mineral spring as the water cools, and various evaporites.
Use the rock cycle to explain why sedimentary rock will never be the only form of rock on Earth?
Sedimentary rock is formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments, but the rock cycle continuously transforms rocks from one type to another. Igneous rocks can form from molten magma, while metamorphic rocks arise from the alteration of existing rocks under heat and pressure. Through processes like erosion, subduction, and volcanic activity, sedimentary rocks can be broken down and recycled into other rock types. Therefore, the dynamic nature of the rock cycle ensures that sedimentary rocks coexist with igneous and metamorphic rocks, preventing any single type from being the only form of rock on Earth.
Fossils are found only in .?
Sedimentary rocks
Why does earth have more sedimentary rock than metamorphic rock or igneous rock?
Most Earth rock is igneous or metamorphic even though visible surface bedrock is mostly sedimentary. Of the total Earth rock volume, only a tiny fraction is sedimentary.
Why are sedimentary rock found only on or close to earth's surface?
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Are sedimentary rocks made on the Earth's surface?
Sedimentary rocks form at the bottom of bodies of water, as more and more layers of sediment build up above them. Compared to the depths at which metamorphic rocks form, and some of the places igneous rocks form, these are indeed close to the Earth's surface.
Are you more likely to see sedimentary rocks on the surface or deep in earth's crust?
Of all the rock on Earth's surface, 75% is sedimentary rock. But, sedimentary rock is only about 5% of the whole crust. Unlike igneous rock, which forms underground, sedimentary rock forms from materials at Earth's surface. Which this means that sedimentary rocks are more likely to be seen on the surface. Hope this helps :)
Why can only sedimentary rocks contain in tact fossils?
Sedimentary rocks form three horizontal layers: strata, singular and stratum. The organisms that fall into the sedimentary rocks, will then be fossilized in each layer.
What type of rock can only be formed from sedimentary rock or igneous rock?
Metamorphic rock can form from igneous and sedimentary rock. It can also form from previously metamorphosed rock into a higher grade metamorphic rock.
What does a sedimentary rock before it can turn into a metamorphic rock?
Not sure what you are trying to ask. Sedimentary rocks form from sediments, but can be metamorphosed only by applied heat &/or pressure.
Sedimentary rocks formed when they undergo?
Sedimentary rocks are formed when pre-existing rocks, minerals, or organic material undergo weathering, erosion, transportation, and deposition. These sediments then undergo compaction and cementation to form solid rock layers.
