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Q · Wind and Pressure BeltMedium · 45s
Which of the following are characteristics of sedimentary rocks? They often contain fossils. They have a layered structure. They are formed from cooling magma.
TopicWind and Pressure Belt
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Sedimentary rocks are layered and fossiliferous. Formation from magma is a trait of igneous rocks.
Final Answer: Option A — 1 and 2 only