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How are clastic sedimentary rocks classified?

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By their size of the fragments in them, called clasts.

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Clastic sedimentary rocks are primarily classified on the basis of?
grain size
How do clastic sedimentary rocks form?
Clastic sedimentary rocks are formed from the compaction and cementation of rock particles of various sizes which have been transported and deposited by the processes of erosion. Examples of clastic...
How are clastic rocks classified?
Clastic rocks are classified by the size of the rock fragments, or particles, of which they are made along with their mineralogical composition..
Are clastic rocks and organic rocks both sedimentary rocks?
Yes Sedimentary rocks also include a third type, chemical rocks -saf13
What are rock groups that are classified as clastic sedimentary rocks?
They are mechanically formed sedimentary rocks, such as Sandstone and Conglomerate.