Which of the Following Is NOT a Characteristic of Clastic

question 86

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of clastic sedimentary rock?

• A)They are composed of small pieces of weathered rock.
• B)They are classified by particle size.
• C)They are created by precipitation.
• D)They may contain organic matter.

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Definitions:

Runoff

Water from rainfall, snowmelt, or irrigation that flows over the ground surface and can carry pollutants into bodies of water, affecting water quality.

Sediments

Particles of rock, sand, or organic materials that are transported and deposited by wind, water, or ice, and that accumulate in layers on the Earth's surface.

Dissolved Substances

are materials that are incorporated into a liquid (usually water) in molecular, ionized or micro-granular (colloidal sol) form, making them parts of the solution.

Vertical Zones

The layers or strata of ecosystems, particularly in forests and oceans, characterized by distinct habitats, flora, and fauna.