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Letter SGeology glossary

Sedimentary Rock

Sedimentary rock is formed by the accumulation and lithification of sediments, which can be derived from the weathering and erosion of pre-existing rocks or from the precipitation of minerals from water. These rocks are significant in geology for preserving fossils, recording past environments, and understanding Earth’s history.

Layered red and orange sedimentary rock formation
Fig. 1 Layered red and orange sedimentary rock formation

Source Boggs, S. (2009). “Petrology of Sedimentary Rocks.” Cambridge University Press.

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