Describe the process of compaction and cementation

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Wdh · Answer 1 · 2023-01-21T13:16:47+0000

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(Compaction) occurs when the overlying sediments' weight compacts the grains as tightly as possible.

2. (Cementation) is the process whereby dissolved minerals in the water between the grains crystallize cementing the grains together

Anomitra · Answer 2 · 2023-01-27T12:37:56+0000

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1. Compaction occurs when the overlying sediments' weight compacts the grains as tightly as possible.

2. Cementation is the process whereby dissolved minerals in the water between the grains crystallize cementing the grains together.