Erosion itself does not produce any specific type of rock; rather, it is a process that breaks down and transports materials. Erosion can lead to the formation of sedimentary rocks. During erosion, existing rocks are worn down into smaller particles, such as sand, silt, or clay. These sediments can be transported and eventually deposited in various environments, where they can accumulate and lithify (turn into rock) over time, forming sedimentary rocks. So, while erosion contributes to the cycle that can produce sedimentary rocks, it is not a direct producer of rock types itself.
When erosion occurs, it produces which type of rock?
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