2022 · Q45
Which one of the following sedimentary rocks has not been formed mechanically ?
General KnowledgeGeography
- ASandstone
- BConglomerate
- CLoess
- DGeyserites
Explanation
Sandstone, conglomerate and loess are clastic sediments formed by the mechanical accumulation of particles. Geyserites (siliceous sinter) are deposited chemically from silica-rich hot spring waters. Hence geyserite is the rock not formed mechanically.