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A CTIVIT Y 6.1 Sedimentary Rock Inquiry

Name: ______________________________________ Course/Section: ______________________ Date: ___________

A. Analyze the sedimentary rocks below (and actual rock samples of them if available). Beside each picture, write words and phrases to
describe the rock’s composition (what it is made of) and texture (the size, shape, and arrangement of its parts). Use your current
knowledge, and complete the worksheet with your current level of ability. Do not look up terms or other information.
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B. REFLECT & DISCUSS Reflect on your observations and descriptions of sedimentary rocks in part A. Then describe how
you would classify the rocks into groups. Be prepared to discuss your classification with other geologists.

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