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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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