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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.
State two points of distinction between rocks and minerals.
Distinguish between the following:
Calcarious and Carbonacious rocks.
Why are Sedimentary rocks called the Secondary rocks?
The word ‘Igneous’ is derived from the ______ word.
What are the uses of soil?
The oldest sedimentary rocks of the world have been identified in ______.
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 |
Statement (1): Sedimentary rocks consist of many layers.
Statement (2): Sedimentary rocks are formed by the sediments deposited at different points of time.
