Sedimentary Rock Notes

Question 1

How are they classified?

Answer 1

Upon the basis of formation

Question 2

Composed of:

Answer 2

weathered remains of other rocks

Question 3

Formed by:

Answer 3

Compression and compaction of sediments (lithification)

Question 4

Groups:

Answer 4

Fragmental or clastic
Organic
Chemically

Question 5

Fragmental or clastic:

Answer 5

Made from pieces of broken or weathered rock

Question 6

Organic

Answer 6

Made from the remains of plants or animals

Question 7

Chemically

Answer 7

Evaporates or precipitates from sea water

Question 8

Are fossil remains found in these rocks?

Answer 8

Yes

Question 9

Sequence of events for formation:

Answer 9

Uplift
Weathering & erosion
Deposition & Burial
Compression & Compaction