What is the importance of weathering for the formation of sedimentary rocks?

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jolli1 [7]3 years ago

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Erosion and weathering include the effects of wind and rain, which slowly break down large rocks into smaller ones. Erosion and weathering transform boulders and even mountains into sediments, such as sand or mud. These three processes create the raw materials for new, sedimentary rocks.Weathering – Breaks pre-existing rock into small fragments or new minerals. Transportation of the sediments to a sedimentary basin.

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