Here's a breakdown:
* Clast: A fragment of rock or mineral.
* Detrital rock: A sedimentary rock formed from the accumulation of clasts.
Here are some common detrital rock types and their corresponding clast sizes:
* Conglomerate: Rounded clasts greater than 2 mm in diameter.
* Breccia: Angular clasts greater than 2 mm in diameter.
* Sandstone: Rounded or angular clasts between 0.0625 mm and 2 mm in diameter.
* Siltstone: Clasts between 0.0039 mm and 0.0625 mm in diameter.
* Claystone (or Shale): Clasts smaller than 0.0039 mm in diameter.
So, the size of the clasts is the primary factor that determines the name of a detrital rock.