Geology Chapter 6 Flashcards
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Geology Chapter 6 Flashcards

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How are clastic sediments formed, and how do scientists classify them?

Clastic sediments are formed by weathering and erosion. Scientists classify them based on size.

Why do sediment deposits tend to form layers?

Because in each case, the particles being carried will settle out, forming layers of sediment.

As sediments are buried, what two factors increase with depth?

Pressure and temperature increase with depth.

How do pressure and temperature increase cause lithification?

<p>The weight of overlying sediments forces the sediment grains closer together, causing physical changes, and the temperature increases by about 30 degrees per kilometer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Compare and contrast graded bedding and cross bedding.

<p>Graded bedding is often observed in marine sedimentary rocks, while cross bedding occurs on a smaller scale.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Is it possible for a layer of cross-bedded strata to show graded bedding as well?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Clastic Sediments Formation and Classification

  • Clastic sediments are created through the processes of weathering and erosion.
  • Scientists classify clastic sediments based on their particle size, ranging from fine silt to coarse gravel.

Sediment Layer Formation

  • Sediment deposits form layers as particles being transported settle out according to size and weight.
  • Each layer typically represents a period of sediment deposition in different environmental conditions.

Factors Affecting Lithification

  • Pressure and temperature increase with depth in sediment layers.
  • Overlying sediment weight compresses grains, facilitating physical transformations.
  • Temperature in the Earth’s crust rises approximately 30 degrees Celsius per kilometer, which contributes to lithification processes, altering sediments into solid rock.

Graded Bedding vs. Cross Bedding

  • Graded bedding is commonly found in marine sedimentary rocks, where particles settle from larger to smaller sizes.
  • Cross bedding is characterized by small-scale structures formed by the movement of sediment in wind or water, creating inclined layers.

Cross-Bedded Strata and Graded Bedding

  • It is not possible for a layer of cross-bedded strata to exhibit graded bedding as they represent different sedimentary processes and formations.

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Test your knowledge on clastic sediments and sediment deposits with this chapter 6 flashcard quiz. You'll explore how these sediments are formed, classified, and the reasons behind the layering of sediment deposits. Perfect for geology students looking to reinforce their understanding of sedimentology.

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