Sedimentary Rock Formed from the Combined Processes of Weathering,erosion,transportation,deposition,lithification,and Compaction

question 8

Multiple Choice

Sedimentary rock formed from the combined processes of weathering,erosion,transportation,deposition,lithification,and compaction of rock fragments of other rocks are

• A)clastic.
• B)biochemical.
• C)organic.
• D)chemical.
• E)basaltic.

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Definitions:

Valley Glacier

A glacier that flows down a valley and tends to be narrow; synonym: alpine glacier.

Ribbon Glacier

A type of long, narrow glacier, usually formed in mountain terrains, resembling a ribbon in aerial views.

Elevation

The height of a point or object measured from a specific level, typically sea level.

Tarn

A small lake, especially one within a cirque, a glacially scoured depression.