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प्रश्न
Name the rocks which are most widespread on the earth.
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उत्तर
Sedimentary rocks are the most widespread on the earth. Sedimentary rocks cover about three-fourths of the Earth’s land surface. They form extensive layers over large areas due to the continuous deposition of sediments by water, wind, and ice.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Fill in the blank
Granite is an example of intrusive ________ rocks.
Write True or False. Rewrite the false statement correctly :
Sedimentary rocks are formed by the cooling and solidification of molten rock called magma
Classify the following rocks by selecting the correct option given below:
sandstone
Classify the following rocks by selecting the correct option given below:
basalt
The photograph shows you a type of rock that is widely used in the construction industry.
- Name the type of rock.
- How is it formed?
Name any three elements of the earth’s crust.
Why are the igneous rocks also called the primary rocks?
Give two examples of metamorphic rocks.
What processes are involved in the formation of Igneous Rocks?
How are sedimentary rocks formed?
Name different types of sedimentary rocks.
Distinguish between Thermal metamorphism and Dynamic metamorphism.
Classify the following rock: Limestone
Fill in the blank below:
______are intrusions of igneous rock that are vertical in shape
Statement (1): Sedimentary rocks consist of many layers.
Statement (2): Sedimentary rocks are formed by the sediments deposited at different points of time.
Kola sample title is located in ______.
What are fossils?
Rocks are classified into ______ types.
Match the following.
| A. | Basalt | 1. | Anthracite |
| B. | Limestone | 2. | Extrusive igneous |
| C. | Coal | 3. | Metamorphic rock |
| D. | Gneiss | 4. | Sedimentary rock |
Statement (1): Sedimentary rocks consist of many layers.
Statement (2): Sedimentary rocks are formed by the sediments deposited at different points of time.
