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  • Clastic Sedimentary Rock: Formation, Types, and Examples
    Sedimentary rock composed of older fragments of rock is called clastic sedimentary rock.

    Here's why:

    * Clastic refers to the origin of the rock fragments (clasts). These fragments come from pre-existing rocks that have been weathered and eroded.

    * Sedimentary indicates that the rock was formed from the accumulation and cementation of sediments.

    Here are some examples of clastic sedimentary rocks:

    * Conglomerate: Made up of large, rounded clasts (gravel).

    * Breccia: Made up of large, angular clasts (gravel).

    * Sandstone: Made up of sand-sized clasts.

    * Siltstone: Made up of silt-sized clasts.

    * Shale: Made up of clay-sized clasts.

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