Sedimentary Rock (Noun)
Meaning
Rock formed from consolidated clay sediments.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The vast plains of the region were formed from sedimentary rock, consisting of layers of sand and clay that had been compressed over time.
- Clay sediments had accumulated over thousands of years, eventually compacting into a hard sedimentary rock that formed the foundation of the mountain range.
- Through a process of weathering and erosion, the sedimentary rock had been worn down to reveal a complex pattern of fossils and ancient salt deposits.
- As the sedimentary rock layers eroded, fossils of ancient sea creatures were exposed, providing a glimpse into the region's distant past.
- The geologists carefully extracted samples of the sedimentary rock, hoping to unlock the secrets of the region's tectonic history.