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Matrix is the fine grained material in which larger crystals or clasts are embedded in rock of all types, whereas cement is precipitated mineral from fluids which binds large and small rock particles together in sedimentary rock.

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How can concrete be a part of the rock cycle if it is not a true rock?

Concrete is a man-made conglomerate composed of pieces of rock in a matrix of cement, which is itself made from limestone. It is just as much part of the rock cycle as any naturally occurring rocks.


According to the rock cycle what transitions are possible assume an unlimited number of steps?

In the rock cycle, rocks can transition between three main types: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. For example, igneous rocks can weather and erode to form sediment, which can then compact and cement into sedimentary rocks. Sedimentary rocks can be subjected to heat and pressure, transforming them into metamorphic rocks. Conversely, metamorphic rocks can melt into magma, which can cool and solidify into igneous rocks, creating a continuous cycle.


Dissolved minerals separate from water and become a natural what that binds the sedimentary rock together?

Cement. Minerals can cement sediment particles together to form solid rock through a process called cementation in sedimentary rocks.


What is the difference between exclusive and intrusive rocks?

There is no such thing as an "exclusive" rock. However, there are extrusive rocks. These are divisions of igneous rocks, or rocks that form from molten rock. Intrusive rocks form from molten rock that has cooled underground. They can also be called plutonic rocks. Extrusive rocks, also called volcanic rocks, form from molten rock that has formed at or above the surface.


What is the difference between meteors and stars?

Meteors are made up of rocks and ice and dust from space where as shooting stars are falling stars.

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Whst is the difference between masonry cement and common cement?

Cement is just the powder used to make mortar and concrete. Mortar has sand in it.


What are the hard and soft matrix used in Impregnated diamond core bit - I'm confused about the fact that a hard matrix is used in sedimentary or soft rocks while a soft matrix is used for hard rocks?

Hard matrix is supposed to be used for digging hard rocks and soft matrix for soft rocks. It's quite confusing to me


What is the difference between classic rocks and limestone?

classic rocks are not minerals. limestone is


Are portland cement rocks sand and water a compound?

Yes, Portland cement rocks, sand, and water are indeed a compound.


Can all three types of rock weather and wear away to form sediment?

Yes, though different rocks are more suceptible to weathering than others, depending on the strength and stability of their cement or matrix.


What is the purpose of cement in concrete?

cement is the binder for concrete like glue with out it you have mud with rocks


What is the difference between rock and ore?

Gems are valuable rocks aren't.


What does cement and sand water and rocks make?

It is CONCRETE.


What are the components of sedimentry rocks?

Three main components comprises a sedimentary rock,1.Grain, 2.Matrix and 3.Cement.The grains can be of organic(e.g.in case of biomicrites)or can be of inorganic (e.g.sandstones)origin.Matrix fills up the gaps in between the grains and cement helps to make a close bond among the grains.


What is the difference between outdoor lave rocks and grill lava rocks?

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What are some materials used to build a watchtower?

cement, rocks and some white marble, cement, wood and stone


Why is there a difference between rocks?

The difference lies in the method of the rock's creation (melting, sediment, pressure), and the elements available when and where it forms.