During ________, grains are squished together – reducing the space in between pa

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During ________, grains are squished together – reducing the space in between particles

Reconnection

Compaction

Compression

Condensation

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QUESTION 12

Lithification occurs when mineral crystals that form from solution and collect as aggregates.

True

False

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QUESTION 13

Rocks that are derived from plant and animal debris are called ________ sedimentary rocks.

Clastic

Biogenic

Chemical

Detrital

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QUESTION 14

The Wentworth scale is used to measure ________.

Grain sorting

Grain shape

Grain size

Grain mass

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QUESTION 15

Grain shapes are described as well-sorted or poorly sorted.

True

False

Reconnection

Compaction

Compression

Condensation

Explanation / Answer

Answer to During ________, grains are squished together – reducing the space in between particles

Answer: Compaction

Compaction is a process of grains are squished together and reducing the space in between particles. This process mostly occurred in sedimentary rocks.

Sedimentary rocks get layered structured due to this process.

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