Which of the following describes the vast majority of rock exposed on Earth's land surface?
A) igneous
B) metamorphic
C) sedimentary
D) granite
E) foliated

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The vast majority of rock exposed on Earth's land surface is sedimentary. This is because sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation of sediment, which is the result of weathering and erosion of preexisting rocks. Sedimentary rocks are found covering the Earth's surface in layers, and often contain fossils.

Which of the Following Describes the Vast Majority of Rock