Identify the types of igneous rocks.

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Intrusive

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Extrusive

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Solution

The correct options are
C Intrusive
D Extrusive
The two different types of rocks are intrusive and extrusive rocks. Extrusive igneous rocks are formed on the surface of the earth. It is formed due to rapid cooling of molten lava on the surface of the earth. Intrusive igneous rocks are formed due to cooling of molten lava deep inside the earth.

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