What type of rock is shown in this photograph?
A)conglomerate
B)breccia
C)sandstone
D)siltstone or shale

Question

What type of rock is shown in this photograph? 
A)conglomerate 
B)breccia 
C)sandstone 
D)siltstone or shale

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The rock in the photograph appears to be made up of angular fragments that are larger than sand-sized grains, indicating that it is either conglomerate or breccia. Conglomerate is made up of rounded fragments, while breccia is made up of angular fragments. The fragments in the rock in the photograph are angular, so the best choice is B) breccia.

What Type of Rock Is Shown in This Photograph