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jilianpiloj

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The three most common cementing agents in a sedimentary rock are
 
  A) silica, calcite, and hematite.
  B) calcite, silica, and iron oxide.
  C) silica, carbonate, and feldspar.
  D) silica, iron oxide, and sandstone.

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The most characteristic feature of sedimentary rocks is that they are
 
  A) observed in great thicknesses.
  B) formed in layered sequences-strata.
  C) fossiliferous.
  D) made from unconsolidated sediments.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B




jilianpiloj

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Reply 2 on: Jul 29, 2018
Excellent


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Gracias!

 

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