This example of sedimentary rock is formed when rock fragments, minerals, and the remains of plants and animals are deposited as sediments and are then
A) chemically weathered by water.
B) compacted and cemented together.
C) recrystalized under the weight of the layers.
D) melted due to increased temperature and pressure.

Question

This example of sedimentary rock is formed when rock fragments, minerals, and the remains of plants and animals are deposited as sediments and are then
A)	chemically weathered by water.	
B)	compacted and cemented together.	
C)	recrystalized under the weight of the layers.	
D)	melted due to increased temperature and pressure.

mangotangochick · Answer

compacted and cemented together

setha · Answer

mangotangochick beat me too it.

mangotangochick · Answer

Sedimentary rock is the result of layers of sediment being compressed and having mineral cement flow into the gaps. (I think so anyway)