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प्रश्न
Distinguish between Metamorphic rock and sedimentary rock.
फरक स्पष्ट करा
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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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पाठ 2.1: Rocks and Soils - Evaluation [पृष्ठ ९४]
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Fill in the blank
Granite is an example of intrusive ________ rocks.
Give an example of intrusive igneous rock.
How are sedimentary rocks formed?
With the help of your teacher, collect different types of rocks such as granite, sandstone, limestone, marble, slate, graphite, etc. and prepare a chart containing information about their colour, hardness, texture, and permeability.
Give one example of an area of: Sedimentary rocks in India
Give one term for the following statement:
Sheet like body of igneous rock.
Why fossils are preserved in Sedimentary and not in Igneous rocks?
Match the following:
| A. | Basalt | 1. | Anthracite |
| B. | Limestone | 2. | Extrusive igneous |
| C. | Coal | 3. | Metamorphic rock |
| D. | Gneiss | 4. | Sedimentary rock |
______ rocks are also called Primary rocks.
Mention some uses of rocks.
