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  • Coarse Sedimentary Rocks: Pebbles & Boulders Explained
    Yes, coarse sedimentary rocks can be made up of pebbles or boulders.

    Here's why:

    * Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and cementation of sediments. These sediments can range in size from microscopic clay particles to large boulders.

    * Coarse-grained sedimentary rocks are defined by their large grain sizes. Pebbles and boulders fall into this category.

    * Examples of coarse-grained sedimentary rocks include:

    * Conglomerate: Made up of rounded pebbles and cobbles cemented together.

    * Breccia: Similar to conglomerate but contains angular fragments.

    So, to answer your question directly, coarse sedimentary rocks can absolutely be composed of pebbles or boulders.

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