Question 14
Rocks"They are formed from the accumulation of materials derived from other rocks which have been cemented together". This is a description of
- A.metamorphic rocks
- B.plutonic rocks
- C.organically formed sedimentary rocks
- D.volcanic rocks
- E.mechanically formed sedimentary rocks
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: E (mechanically formed sedimentary rocks)
Explanation
Fragments of older rocks deposited and cemented together (e.g. sandstone) are mechanically formed sedimentary rocks.