Sandstone is a sedimentary rock. Which two processes cause sand particles to form sandstone?

cementation and cooling
compaction and cementation
cooling and erosion
erosion and heating

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compaction and cementation

Sandstone forms when loose sand is buried and compacted, then mineral-rich water precipitates minerals (cement) that bind the sand grains together.