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Question 4 • *MHS - Earth Science - S1 - CR

Which rock is an example of a chemical sedimentary rock?

Answer
A
coal
B
iron ore
C
shale
D
sandstone

Explanation

Chemical sedimentary rocks form when dissolved minerals precipitate from water. Some iron ores, such as ironstone, form this way, so iron ore is the correct choice. Coal forms from accumulated plant remains, while shale and sandstone form from compacted and cemented sediment.

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