chemical sedimentary rocks Flashcards

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formation

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they form when minerals dissolved in ground water crystallise within the sediments or when water evaporates leaving crystals behind.

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  1. characteristics
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they are quite soft compared to igneous rocks

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example

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limestone, is formed by the crystallization from water, or the build up of shells.

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