The most common type of sedimentary rocks are ____.
A) inorganic
B) detrital
C) chemical
D) biochemical
E) carbonates

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Detrital sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and consolidation of mineral and rock fragments, such as sandstone or shale. They are the most common type of sedimentary rock. Inorganic and chemical sedimentary rocks are also common, but they are not as abundant as detrital rocks. Biochemical and carbonate rocks are less common types of sedimentary rocks.

The Most Common Type of Sedimentary Rocks Are ____