Which of the following is the most abundant sediment in neritic deposits?

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Terrigenous sediments are derived from the weathering and erosion of land-based sources such as rocks, soil, and organic matter. They are the most abundant sediment in neritic deposits due to their proximity to the coastline and the overwhelming contribution from rivers and streams that carry them into the ocean. Biogenous sediments are formed from the accumulation of the remains of marine organisms, while hydrogenous (or authigenic) sediments are formed directly from seawater through chemical precipitation. Cosmogenous sediments are extraterrestrial in origin and are the least abundant sediment type in neritic deposits.

Which of the Following Is the Most Abundant Sediment in Neritic