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Give one difference between Extrusive igneous and Intrusive igneous rocks.
Give two differences between Extrusive Igneous and Intrusive Igneous rocks.
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Solution
| S. No. | Extrusive Igneous rocks | Intrusive Igneous rocks |
| 1. | They are created when molten magma cools on the surface of the earth. | When magma solidifies inside the earth's crust, they are created. |
| 2. | These rocks have fine grains, are crystalline, and are smooth. | These are hard rocks with big crystals and a gritty feel. |
| 3. | Example: Basalt | Example: Granite |
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