basalt is an example of
a,igneos rocks b,sedimentary rocks c,metamorphic rocks d,minerals

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Igneous rock

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

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

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

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basalt is an example of a,igneos rocks b,sedimentary rocks c,metamorphic rocks d,minerals

Igneous rock

basalt is an example of
a,igneos rocks b,sedimentary rocks c,metamorphic rocks d,minerals