Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling of magma that rises up from the mantle. Sedimentary rocks are formed from the compaction of small grains of weathered igneaous or metamorphic rock. Metamorphic rocks are formed from the action of heat and/or pressure on igneous or sedimentary rocks. Finally, subduction process at certain plate boundaries return all three rock types to the mantle. So there exists a contiuous cycle between the three types of rock; starting with igneous rocks, perhaps becoming sedimentary rock or metamorphic rock or both, then returning to the mantle.
Clastic sedimentary rocks are formed by the weathering, erosion, deposition, compaction and cementation of other rocks. Chemical sedimentary rocks however may be precipitated directly from saturated solutions (examples incldue the evaporitic rocks and certain types of carbonates such as oolitic limestones). Some other sedimentary rocks may be biogenic in origin (such as the linmestones that are formed of coral reefs).
No, because a sedimentary rock is formed from pieces of other rocks.
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Metamorphic, igneous, and past sedimentary rocks are turned into sediments by weathering and erosion. Then, the sediment are deposited. Finally, by compaction and/or cementation, a sedimentary rock is formed
Sedimentary rocks are formed through the physical process of weathering, erosion, transportation, deposition, and lithification. Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller particles, which are then transported by wind, water, or ice. These particles settle and accumulate in layers, which eventually undergo compaction and cementation to form sedimentary rocks.
Sedimentary rocks are formed by a four step process called Lithification (1. Erosion, 2. Deposition, 3. Cementation, 4. Compaction). Metamorphic rocks are formed by heat, time, and pressure.
Metamorphic, igneous, and past sedimentary rocks are turned into sediments by weathering and erosion. Then, the sediment are deposited. Finally, by compaction and/or cementation, a sedimentary rock is formed
Sedimentary rock is formed by the process of erosion, deposition, compaction, and cementation. These rocks are made up of sediment particles that are worn away from pre-existing rocks, transported by water or wind, and then deposited in layers before being compacted and cemented together over time.
Yes, compaction is a step in the formation of sedimentary rocks within the rock cycle. It occurs when layers of sediment are gradually buried by additional sediment, resulting in the compression and consolidation of the sediments. Over time, this process leads to the formation of sedimentary rocks.
No, veins are not considered sedimentary rocks. Veins are mineral formations that fill fractures in rocks. Sedimentary rocks are formed through the accumulation and compaction of sediments, such as sand, silt, and clay.
Sedimentary rocks are formed through the process of weathering, erosion, transportation, deposition, and lithification. Weathering breaks down rocks into smaller pieces, which are then carried by water or wind and deposited in layers. Over time, these layers are compacted and cemented together to form sedimentary rocks.
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.
The rock type formed as bits of other rocks are cemented together is called sedimentary rock. Sedimentary rocks are typically formed through the processes of erosion, deposition, and compaction of sediment particles. Examples of sedimentary rocks include sandstone, shale, and limestone.
Sedimentary rocks, such as sandstone, shale, and limestone, are formed by the compaction and cementation of sediments. These processes involve the pressure from overlying layers compacting sediments together, and minerals precipitating between particles to bind them into a solid rock.
Cementing is not a process involved in the formation of sedimentary rock.