Scientists used the Sierra Madre model to evaluate a newly discovered basin where sediments are deposited slowly, sorted finely, and lose water efficiently during burial. Which outcome is most likely for this setting?

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This environment will undergo rapid lithification due to efficient compaction and excellent sorting under low-energy conditions.

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Scientists used the Sierra Madre model to evaluate a newly discovered basin where sediments are deposited slowly, sorted finely, and lose water efficiently during burial. Which outcome is most likely for this setting?

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