Question

What happens to sedimentary layers as they are buried under more layers?

A They become compressed

B They float

C) They tum into metamorphic rock

D) They disappear

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

A) They become compressed

As sedimentary layers are buried under additional sediment, the weight of the overlying material compresses the layers below, leading to increased pressure and compaction. Depending on the conditions and time, this process can also contribute to lithification, where the sediments are transformed into solid rock.