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sediments that are commonly found in rivers, streams, and along Coastlines. They are eroded and transported by water or wind and eventually settle at the bottom of bodies of water.
Gravel, sand, and mud are all types of sedimentary particles, with gravel being the largest size, followed by sand, and then mud being the smallest. Collectively, these sediments are referred to as clastic sediment.
Gravel is typically heavier than sand, and therefore gravel would be heavier than both clay and sand. This is because gravel consists of larger-sized particles and has a higher density compared to clay and sand.
No, sand is not gravel. Sand is composed of small particles with sizes ranging from 0.0625 mm to 2 mm, while gravel consists of larger particles ranging from 2 mm to 75 mm in diameter.
Sedimentary rock. Sedimentary rocks are formed from sediments such as mud, sand, or clay that have been compressed over time. Examples include shale, sandstone, and mudstone.
No, usually sand, gravel, and clay are not the youngest layer. In most cases, these materials are deposited earlier in the sedimentary sequence due to their size and weight, with newer layers forming on top of them. Younger layers typically consist of finer materials like silt or mud.