How are clastic sediments classified?

1 Answer
Nov 15, 2015

Clastic rocks are classified according to the size and shape of the fragments in them.

Explanation:

Conglomerates are made of rounded pebbles and other rocks of different sizes and cemented together by clay, mud, and sand.

Sandstones made of small, sand-sized graines.

Mudrock made of small particles of clay.