Question

Assertion (A): Sedimentary rocks are formed as a result of the process of lithification.

Reason (R): When the loose sediments turn into hard rocks, this process is known as lithification.

Options

• Both A and R are true and R is the correct reason for A.

• Both A and R are true but R is not the correct reason for A.

• A is true and R is false.

• A is false and R is true.

Answer 1

Both A and R are true and R is the correct reason for A.

Explanation:

Sedimentary rocks form through lithification, which is the process where loose sediments are compacted and cemented into hard rock. Hence, when loose sediments turn into hard rocks, this process is called lithification, leading to the formation of sedimentary rocks.