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Which list of terms best describes the formation of sedimentary rocks

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Step-by-step explanation:

Weathering - erosion - transportation - deposition

Sedimentary rocks are rocks that are formed from pre-existing rocks. The agents of denudation plays very important roles during the formation these rock types.

  • Existing rock bodies are broken down in to tiny fragments.
  • These fragments are carried by erosion and transported.
  • In the basin they are deposited as layers.
  • Compaction, lithification and cementation occurs with burial.
  • This will then lead to the formation of sedimentary rocks.
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