Glossary:Sedimentary Rock

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Sedimentary Rock
A rock formed from sediments (material eroded and moved by wind, water or other process). The principal sedimentary rocks are sandstones, shales, limestones, and conglomerates.

''Related Words: Sediment

Source
Adapted from: Soil Science Society of America. Glossary of Soil Science Terms. Available online here, last accessed 28.09.2006.

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