1.12 Sedimentary Rocks Classification Terms

In this video we look at the terms used to classify sedimentary rocks. When classifying sedimentary rock we consider clast size, clast shape, clast composition, sorting, grain to grain relationships and the cementing of grains. This video looks at gravel, clay, sandstone, siltstone, mudstone, shale, conglomerate, para-conglomerate, ortho-conglomerate, breccia, lithic, wacke and arkose rock. This video also defines angularity, sphericity, maturity, matrix and framework supported, friable rock and indurated rock.