* Grain size: The size of the grains in a clastic sedimentary rock can vary from clay-sized particles to boulders. The size of the grains is determined by the energy of the environment in which the rock was deposited.
* Sorting: The sorting of the grains in a clastic sedimentary rock refers to the degree of uniformity in grain size. Well-sorted rocks have grains that are all about the same size, while poorly sorted rocks have grains that vary in size.
* Porosity: The porosity of a clastic sedimentary rock refers to the amount of pore space between the grains. Porous rocks have a high percentage of pore space, while non-porous rocks have a low percentage of pore space.
* Permeability: The permeability of a clastic sedimentary rock refers to the ability of the rock to transmit fluids. Permeable rocks allow fluids to flow through them easily, while impermeable rocks do not.