Chemical sedimentary rocks generally have an interlocking grain texture called what?
A) clastic
B) porphyritic
C) particulate
D) crystalline
E) detrital

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Chemical sedimentary rocks are formed by precipitation of minerals from solution. They typically have a crystalline texture with interlocking grains that result from the precipitation of minerals in a solution. Therefore, the best choice is D, crystalline. Choices A, B, C, and E are incorrect as they describe textures common in clastic sedimentary rocks, igneous rocks, and soils, respectively.

Chemical Sedimentary Rocks Generally Have an Interlocking Grain Texture Called