Which of the following features in a sedimentary rock can be used to interpret its depositional environment?

a) sedimentary structures
b) types of fossils
c) the types of minerals (such as halite or gypsum)
d) the size, shape and surface texture of the sedimentary grains
e) All of the above features can be used to interpret depositional environment


Answer: e) All of the above features can be used to interpret depositional environment

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