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Sedimentary Processes and Rocks

Posted on April 25, 2008 by Rashid Faridi

Sedimentary rocks form by the breakdown (both physical and chemical) of pre-existing rocks (these may be of igneous, metamorphic or sedimentary origin). The main factors that control this breakdown are: climate topography vegetation properties (physical and chemical) of the rock. … Continue reading →

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