Distinguish between Metamorphic rock and sedimentary rock. - Social Science

Distinguish between Metamorphic rock and sedimentary rock.

Distinguish Between

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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Chapter 2.1: Rocks and Soils - Evaluation [Page 94]

Chapter 2.1 Rocks and Soils
Evaluation | Q VIII. 1. | Page 94

Fill in the blank
Granite is an example of intrusive ________ rocks.

Classify the following rocks by selecting the correct option given below:

marble

Name two important landforms made by Igneous Rocks.

Mention any two characteristics of Sedimentary Rocks.

Explain this term associated with rocks: Laccoliths and Batholiths

Sedimentary rocks are also called stratified rocks. Why?

Give one term for the following statement:

Igneous rocks of deep seated origin.

Give one term for the following statement:

Formed by evaporation in saline lakes.

Out of 2,000 different types, only ______ are the basic minerals commonly found all over the earth.

Match the following.