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Sedimentary and metamorphic rocks

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Sedimentary rocksMetamorphic rocks
(i) Rocks that are formed through deposition and compaction of sediments, especially rock particles transported by rivers, glaciers, wind, etc., are called sedimentary rocks.(i) Rocks are formed due to the process of metamorphosis are called metamorphic rocks.
(ii) One may find fossils in sedimentary rocks.(ii) Metamorphic rocks do not contain fossils.
(iii) Sedimentary rocks are brittle and light weight. Examples: Shale, corals(iii) Metamorphic rocks are heavy and hard. Examples: Marble, slate

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