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    How Do Unconsolidated Sediments Originate
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How Do Unconsolidated Sediments Originate

Question 131

Question 131

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How do unconsolidated sediments originate?


A) by spontaneous decomposition in place of underlying rocks
B) by weathering, erosion, transport, and deposition
C) from the rock cycle by interrupted transmission
D) from meteorite showers breaking up rocks

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