Intrusive igneous rocks are formed __________.

above the earth

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near the core

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below the earth

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on mountain slopes

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Solution

The correct option is C below the earth
Intrusive igneous rocks are formed due to cooling of molten lava deep inside the earth. Since they cool down slowly, they form large grains. Granite is an example of intrusive igneous rock.

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Which of the following are true with regard to igneous rocks?

1. They are formed only inside the earth, under great pressure

2. They do not occur in layers.

3. They are mostly crystalline in nature .

4. Granite and Gabbro are intrusive igneous rock.

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