Question

How do clastic sedimentary rocks form?

Answer 1

Clastic sedimentary rocks are formed by fragments of rock that are  squeezed and cemented together. Answer A

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer would be A.  Fragments of rock are squeezed and cemented together.

Clastic sedimentary rocks refer to the group of rocks formed by clasts or pieces of pre-existing rocks.

Four basic steps are involved in the formation of clastic sedimentary rocks:

• Weathering: it causes the loosening of the rocks.
• Transportation: sediment is carried along the currents to the depression or basin.
• Deposition: sediments are deposited and trapped in the basin.
• Compaction: sediments are compacted and cemented together and form a rock.