Fossils are generally found in:

Metamorphic rocks

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Any type of rock

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Igneous rocks

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Sedimentary rocks

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Solution

The correct option is D
Sedimentary rocks

Fossils are commonly found in sedimentary rocks. Sedimentary rocks are the most common type of rock since they are formed by the earth's natural forces like wind and water.

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Q. Sometimes igneous and sedimentary rocks are changed into metamorphic rocks.

Consider the following statements
1. Igneous rocks are the oldest rocks, while metamorphic are being derivative of igneous rocks and sedimentary rocks.
2. Resistance to weathering and erosion is less to metamorphic rocks compared to igneous rocks
3. Tendency to react with acids is higher to metamorphic rocks when compared to igneous rocks.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

Tick the correct answer.

(i) The rock which is made up of molten magma is

(a) Igneous

(b) Sedimentary

(ii) The innermost layer of the Earth is

(a) Crust

(b) Core

(iii) Gold, petroleum and coal are examples of

(a) Rocks

(b) Minerals

(iv) Rocks which contain fossils are

(a) Sedimentary rocks

(b) Metamorphic rocks

(v) The thinnest layer of the Earth is

(a) Crust

(b) Mantle

Q. The igneous and sedimentary rocks due to the influence of ______________ get transformed into metamorphic rocks.

Q.  Minerals can be found in igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks.

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Fossils are generally found in:

The correct option is D Sedimentary rocks Fossils are commonly found in sedimentary rocks. Sedimentary rocks are the most common type of rock since they are formed by the earth's natural forces like wind and water.

The correct option is D
Sedimentary rocks

Fossils are commonly found in sedimentary rocks. Sedimentary rocks are the most common type of rock since they are formed by the earth's natural forces like wind and water.