Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Metamorphic Rocks?

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1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is A 1 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: Metamorphic Rocks are formed simply by being deep beneath the Earth’s surface, subjected to high temperatures and the great pressure of the rock layers above it or in mountainous regions.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Sandstone, siltstone, coal etc, are some examples of Sedimentary rocks. Slate, Marble, Quartzite, Gneiss are examples of Metamorphic rocks.

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

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

2. Some examples of metamorphic rocks are gneiss, slate, Breccia, rock salt, and quartzite.

3. The coastline of Brazil is made up of metamorphic rocks.

4. The layering within metamorphic rocks is called foliation

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