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Question
What is Geology?
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Solution
Geology is the science dealing with the origin and types of rocks found in the interior of the earth.
RELATED QUESTIONS
Name any two characteristics of Igneous Rocks.
Explain this term associated with rocks: Extrusive Igneous Rocks
Explain this term associated with rocks: Metamorphism
Distinguish between the following:
Sills and Dykes.
Distinguish between the following:
Calcarious and Carbonacious rocks.
Distinguish between the following:
Acid Igneous Rocks and Basic Igneous Rocks.
How are sedimentary and igneous rocks formed?
Give some examples of metamorphic rocks formed from sedimentary and igneous rocks.
Give one word for the following.
The upper part of lithosphere, which is rich in silica and aluminium.
Which of the following monuments are built-in igneous rock?
- The Taj Mahal
- Fort Raigad
- The Red Fort
- Ellora Sculpture
Choose the incorrect statement from the following.
Minerals exist in nature ¡n the form of ______ or ______.
Intrusive Igneous rocks are also called ______ rocks.
Why are crystalline rocks called so?
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:
| Group 'A' | Group 'B' | ||
| A. | Granite | 1. | Bedrock |
| B. | Soil layer | 2. | Plutonic rock |
| C. | Barren island | 3. | Strip farming |
| D. | Soil conservation | 4. | Active Volcano |
Statement (1): Sedimentary rocks consist of many layers.
Statement (2): Sedimentary rocks are formed by the sediments deposited at different points of time.
Statement (1): Sedimentary rocks consist of many layers.
Statement (2): Sedimentary rocks are formed by the sediments deposited at different points of time.
Match the following.
| A. | Basalt | 1. | Anthracite |
| B. | Limestone | 2. | Extrusive igneous |
| C. | Coal | 3. | Metamorphic rock |
| D. | Gneiss | 4. | Sedimentary rock |
