What statement is true of biogenous and terrigenous sediments?
A) Biogenous sediments comprise a larger area than terrigenous sediments.
B) Biogenous sediments cover more volume than terrigenous sediments.
C) Terrigenous sediments make up a larger area than biogenous sediments.
D) Terrigenous and biogenous sediments are equal in area and volume.

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Although biogenous sediments cover a larger area, terrigenous sediments have a greater volume. Terrigenous sediments are considered to be the most abundant. Information can be found in the section Sediments May be Classified by Source.

What Statement Is True of Biogenous and Terrigenous Sediments