In sedimentary rock formation, particles are pressed together with gravity and pressure to create compacted layers of sediment. Over time, the weight of overlying sediment, as well as the force of gravity, causes the particles to be compacted and squeezed together. This process is known as lithification.
During lithification, the spaces between the particles become reduced, and the sediment becomes more tightly packed. The weight and pressure cause the particles to bond together, usually through the presence of minerals or other cementing materials. This cementation process further solidifies the sediment into a rock.
The compaction and cementation processes are essential in the formation of sedimentary rocks as they help to bind the particles together and transform loose sediment into hard, solid rock. Common sedimentary rocks formed through this process include sandstone, shale, and limestone.
what is In Sedimentary rock formation, when particles are pressed together with gravity and pressure
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