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how is sedimentary rock formed? melting and cooling heat and pressure p…

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how is sedimentary rock formed?
melting and cooling
heat and pressure
pressure and evaporation
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Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Sedimentary rocks form from the accumulation and compaction of sediments. Melting and cooling form igneous rocks, heat and pressure form metamorphic rocks. Pressure and evaporation play roles in sediment - related processes like salt formation but are not the main way sedimentary rocks form.

Answer:

None of the above options are correct. Sedimentary rocks are formed by the accumulation, compaction, and cementation of sediments over time.