Asked by Tesha Cherry on May 31, 2024
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Which of the following processes produce sedimentary clasts?
A) fracturing of bedrock that results in angular pieces
B) breaking of round cobbles as they are transported
C) scouring and abrasion of bedrock along rivers
D) decomposition of granite into quartz grains and clay
E) all of these
Sedimentary Clasts
Sedimentary rock fragments or grains that were previously broken from older rocks and then compacted and cemented to form a new rock.
Fracturing
The process of creating fractures or cracks within rocks, often artificially induced to enhance permeability in subsurface reservoirs for resources like oil or gas.
Angular Pieces
Describes fragments of rock or material that have sharp edges and are not rounded, often found in sediment or debris flows.
- Elucidate the genesis and constituents of sedimentary rocks.
- Describe the role of transport in the evolution of sedimentary rocks.
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Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the genesis and constituents of sedimentary rocks.
- Describe the role of transport in the evolution of sedimentary rocks.
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