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प्रश्न
What is Geology?
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उत्तर
Geology is the science dealing with the origin and types of rocks found in the interior of the earth.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Discuss the importance of rocks for the construction business.
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A category of rock which is formed by the alteration of the parent rock due to heat and pressure is called: ______________.
Write True or False. Rewrite the false statement correctly :
Sedimentary rocks are formed by the cooling and solidification of molten rock called magma
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?
Explain this term associated with rocks: Fossil fuels
How are chemically-formed sedimentary rocks formed? Give examples.
What is meant by the term ‘metamorphism’?
Give one word for the following.
The outer layer of the earth.
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______ is the best example of the wind deposited stratified rock.
Give one term for the following statement:
Formed when mud layers compacted under great pressure composing 80% of this rock.
Why fossils are preserved in Sedimentary and not in Igneous rocks?
Volcanic mountains are covered with sedimentary rocks.
How are igneous rocks formed?
Match the following:
| (a) | Igneous | (i) | Magma |
| (b) | Sedimentary | (ii) | Transformation |
| (c) | Metamorphic | (iii) | Gypsum |
| (d) | Molten material | (iv) | Basalt |
| (e) | Rock Cycle | (v) | Marble |
What are metamorphic rocks?
This is the storehouse of rocks.
Distinguish between:
Internal Processes and External processes.
Explain about Petrology.
What are the characteristics of Sedimentary rocks?
