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  • Understanding Rock Grains: Definitions and Terminology
    Tiny pieces of rock are called grains.

    There are also other terms that can be used depending on the context:

    * Sediment: This term is used to refer to any loose material, including rock fragments, that has been transported and deposited by natural processes like wind, water, or ice.

    * Clasts: This term is more specific and refers to rock fragments that have been broken down from larger rocks.

    * Sand: This refers to grains of rock that are between 0.0625mm and 2mm in diameter.

    So, while "grains" is a general term for tiny pieces of rock, the specific term you use will depend on the size, origin, and other characteristics of the rock fragments.

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