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What type of sedimentary rocks form from the breakdown of larger rocks?

A. Biogenic
B. Clastic
C. Chemical
D. Igneous

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Answer:

b. Clastic

Step-by-step explanation:

Clastic sedimentary rocks are rocks composed predominantly of broken pieces or clasts of older weathered and eroded rocks. Clastic sediments or sedimentary rocks are classified based on grain size, clast and cementing material (matrix) composition, and texture.

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