Here's a bit more detail:
* Biogenic refers to anything derived from living organisms.
* Sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and cementation of sediments, which can include fragments of other rocks, minerals, and organic material.
Examples of biogenic sedimentary rocks include:
* Coal: Formed from the accumulation and compaction of plant matter (mostly trees).
* Limestone: Often formed from the shells and skeletons of marine organisms like corals, mollusks, and foraminifera.
* Chalk: A type of limestone made primarily from the calcium carbonate shells of microscopic marine organisms called coccolithophores.
* Diatomite: Formed from the fossilized remains of diatoms, a type of single-celled algae.
These rocks are important sources of energy (coal), building materials (limestone), and even clues about past environments and life forms.