Sedimentary formation — processes?
Weathering, erosion, transport, deposition, lithification.
Weathering — definition?
Breakdown of rocks at Earth's surface.
Sedimentary structures — purpose?
Record depositional conditions and flow dynamics.
Erosion — role?
Removes and transports weathered rock.
Depositional environments — types?
Continental, transitional, marine.
Transport — effect?
Reduces grain size, causes sorting.
Lithification — process?
Compaction and cementation of sediments.
Sedimentary rocks — main types?
Clastic, chemical, organic.
Sedimentary structures — purpose?
Reveal depositional environments.
Bedding — formation?
Layers from sediment deposition.
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