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Standard VII

Geography

Rock Cycle

Where are fos...

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Where are fossil fuels usually found?

In the atmosphere

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Below the ground

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In igneous rocks

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In metamorphic rocks

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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

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

Q. Why fossils are not found in igneous and 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?

How are minerals formed in igneous rocks and metamorphic rocks?

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