Question

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select the statement(s) that accurately describe geological processes that aid in the formation of sedimentary rock.
erosion moves sediment from one location to another.
volcanic eruptions cause sedimentary rocks to form.
deposition adds sediments to landforms or land masses in layers.
weathering breaks down large rocks into smaller rocks.
compaction and cementation are ways in which sedimentary rocks become solids.

Explanation:

To determine the correct statements, we analyze each:

• Erosion: Transports sediment (correct for sedimentary rock formation as it moves sediment to areas where deposition can occur).
• Volcanic eruptions: Form igneous rocks, not sedimentary (incorrect).
• Deposition: Adds sediments in layers (key in sedimentary rock formation as sediments accumulate in layers).
• Weathering: Breaks rocks into smaller pieces (sediments) needed for sedimentary rock (correct).
• Compaction and cementation: Turn sediments into solid rock (correct).

So the correct statements are:

• Erosion moves sediment from one location to another.
• Deposition adds sediments to landforms or land masses in layers.
• Weathering breaks down large rocks into smaller rocks.
• Compaction and cementation are ways in which sedimentary rocks become solids.

Answer:

• Erosion moves sediment from one location to another.
• Deposition adds sediments to landforms or land masses in layers.
• Weathering breaks down large rocks into smaller rocks.
• Compaction and cementation are ways in which sedimentary rocks become solids.