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Which type of rock forms due to the weight of the overlaying rocks? (ASAP!!)

A. Igneous
B. Sedimentary
C. Metamorphic

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As a result of which the sediments are accumulated over one another, forming layers. These sediments over a due course of time undergoes compaction and solidification due to the weight of the overlying rocks. This is how the sedimentary rocks are formed.
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Answer: Sedimentary

Explanation: As a result of which the sediments are accumulated over one another, forming layers. These sediments over a due course of time undergoes compaction and solidification due to the weight of the overlying rocks

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