A well-sorted sandstone with ripple marks was most likely deposited as sand by a

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Ripple marks are characteristic of sedimentary deposits formed by water. The presence of a well-sorted sandstone suggests that the sediment was transported a relatively short distance and deposited in a low-energy environment, such as a beach. Glaciers, rivers near the source, and alluvial fans are typically associated with less well-sorted sediment and different types of sedimentary structures.

A Well-Sorted Sandstone with Ripple Marks Was Most Likely Deposited