General Science · Question 175

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Layers of sand and mud that are compressed and cemented together over time form which type of rock?

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Correct answer to question 175 (General Science): Sedimentary

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Sedimentary rock builds up as loose particles settle in layers and are gradually pressed and cemented into solid rock, often preserving fossils in the process.

Updated: November 2026

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