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Pictures of Sedimentary Rock Types

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Sandstone forms where sand is laid down and buried—beaches, dunes and seafloors. Usually sandstone is mostly quartz. Learn more in "About Sandstone."
Always a sign of vigorous waterPhoto (c) 2008 Andrew Alden licensed to About.com
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