The Red Fort is made up of _________ rocks.

Metamorphic

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Sedimentary

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Igneous

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Solution

The correct option is B Sedimentary
Answer:
B. sedimentary

Explanation:

Sedimentary Rocks: Rocks formed out of sediments

Examples: Limestone, sandstone

They are made up of many layers (stratified rocks).

There is presence of fossils in these types of rocks.

They are formed by denudation of the existing rocks. Deposition mainly occurs by natural agents (wind, water).

The hardening of sediments happen due to:

Overlying pressure

Remaining undisturbed for a long time

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Tick the correct answer.

(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

The Red Fort is made up of which of the following rocks?

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