Question

Match each of the following rocks to their environment of deposition. Question 23 options: steep slopes braided streams marine deposits delta 1. Conglomerate 2. Breccia 3. Green and black shale 4. Coal

Answer 1

1. Conglomerate: Deposited in steep slopes or braided streams.

2. Breccia: Deposited in steep slopes or braided streams.

3. Green and black shale: Deposited in marine environments.

4. Coal: Deposited in delta environments.