ANS: D

There are large ranges of sizes in sediments. Most marine sediments are comprised of finer particles
like clay, silt, and sand. These particles are easily transported throughout the ocean. Information can be
found in the section Sediments May Be Classified by Particle Size.


ANS: D
The precipitation of calcium carbonate from normal seawater around small shells forms oolite sands.
These can form via evaporation, the decrease of acidity in seawater, and even as a result of decreases
in the temperature of seawater. Information can be found in the section Pelagic Sediments Vary in
Composition and Thickness

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