Describe the 5 steps in the process sedimentary rock layers

Sedimentary rocks are the product of 1) weathering of preexisting rocks, 2) transport of the weathering products, 3) deposition of the material, followed by 4) compaction, and 5) cementation of the sediment to form a rock. The latter two steps are called lithification.

Dissolved materials: 3) soluble silica

Solid materials: 1) clays

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it forms an anion that has a larger radius. anions have a negative charge and are larger than the original atom.