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neverstopbelieb

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What are the three ways sedimentary rocks can form? What will be an ideal response?

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What is the difference between a rock and a mineral? What will be an ideal response?


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DHRUVSHAH

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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

(1) Consolidation of mineral or rock fragments, (2) precipitation of mineral matter from solutions, or
(3) compaction of plant or animal remains.



Answer to Question 2

A rock is an aggregate of minerals. Minerals are naturally occurring, inorganic, crystalline solids that
have definite physical and chemical properties.



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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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