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Define sedimentary, metamorphic, igneous

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Sedimentary- a rock that has formed from sediment deposited by water or air

Metamorphic- a rock that has transformed by heat,pressure,or other natural causes

Igneous- a rock that has been solidified by lava or magma

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Answer:

these are all types of rocks

sedimentary are formed through the accumalation of different material from earths surface. Like the grand Canyon!

Metamorphic rocks are formed from heat, preasure, or a combination. Found mostly near tectonic plates meet.

Igneous are molten rock.

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