Rocks like sandstone which allow water to seep through readily are called ______________.

Permeable rocks

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Sedimentary rocks

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Metamorphic rocks

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Mushroom rocks

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Solution

The correct option is B Permeable rocks
Permeable rocks are the rocks having interconnected pores which allow the water to seep through them. Hence option A is correct.
Sedimentary rocks and metamorphic rocks are a broad classification of rocks.
Mushroom rocks derive their name out of their shape.

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