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प्रश्न
Distinguish between Metamorphic rock and sedimentary rock.
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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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