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प्रश्न
Distinguish between Metamorphic rock and sedimentary rock.
अंतर स्पष्ट करें
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उत्तर
| Metamorphic rocks | Sedimentary rocks |
| Metamorphic rocks are formed by the alteration of igneous and sedimentary rocks subject to high temperature and pressure. | Due to high temperature and pressure, the undisturbed sediments of long periods is cemented to form sedimentary rocks. |
| Metamorphism is of two types: a) Thermal Metamorphism and b) Dynamic Metamorphism. |
Sedimentary rocks are of three types: a) Organic Sedimentary rocks, b) Mechanical Sedimentary rocks and c) Chemical Sedimentary rocks. |
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Rock and it's Types
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अध्याय 2.1: Rocks and Soils - Evaluation [पृष्ठ ९४]
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Classify the following rocks by selecting the correct option given below:
granite
State the types of rocks for the formation of which the following process is involved.
Decomposition of organic matter at different stages and over different periods of time.
Differentiate between Rock and Mineral
How are sedimentary and igneous rocks formed?
Classify the following rock: Quartzite
Give one term for the following statement:
Sheet like body of igneous rock.
The word ‘Igneous’ is derived from the ______ word.
Explain the type of Igneous Rocks.
Match the following.
| A. | Basalt | 1. | Anthracite |
| B. | Limestone | 2. | Extrusive igneous |
| C. | Coal | 3. | Metamorphic rock |
| D. | Gneiss | 4. | Sedimentary rock |
Match the following.
| A. | Basalt | 1. | Anthracite |
| B. | Limestone | 2. | Extrusive igneous |
| C. | Coal | 3. | Metamorphic rock |
| D. | Gneiss | 4. | Sedimentary rock |
