What is a common distinguishing characteristic of sedimentary rock masses?
a. They tend to be extremely hard.
b. They are always very colorful.
c. They are formed by solidification from a melt.
d. They tend to be layered.
e. all of the choices
D
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a. Torpedolike b. Horizontally compressed c. Vertically compressed d. Disk-shaped
________ is the general term that refers to all changes in the shape, position, or orientation of a rock mass
A) Uplift B) Deformation C) Subsidence D) Elastic rebound
Wind-blown sedimentary deposits tend to be very well sorted. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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A. igneous B. sedimentary C. mineral D. metamorphic E. organic