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प्रश्न
What are metamorphic rocks?
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उत्तर
Metamorphic rocks are those rocks that are formed by the metamorphism of pre-existing rocks due to high temperature or pressure or both. Igneous and sedimentary rocks completely change over long periods of time because of movements in the earth’s crust and volcanic or mountain-building activity.
The transformation of rocks due to high temperature is called thermal metamorphism. Alteration of parent rock due to the pressure exerted on rocks from the earth’s movements is called dynamic metamorphism.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Write True or False. Rewrite the false statement correctly :
Sedimentary rocks are formed by the cooling and solidification of molten rock called magma
Write True or False. Rewrite the false statement correctly :
Rocks are used in construction industries.
Classify the following rocks by selecting the correct option given below:
coal
Distinguish between the following:
Plutonic and Volcanic rocks.
Distinguish between Intrusive and Extrusive Rocks
______ is known as the primary rocks.
Distinguish between Metamorphic rock and sedimentary rock.
Explain the different types of sedimentary rocks.
| A | B | ||
| 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.
