Characteristics of Rocks

What type of rock is formed from the cooling, solidification and crystallisation of magma or lava?

• Igneous rock

• Sedimentary rock

• Metamorphic rock

• Volcanic rock

What type of rock is formed from the alteration of existing rock through heat and pressure?

• Metamorphic rock

• Volcanic rock

• Igneous rock

• Sedimentary rock

Which statement about foliated metamorphic rock is incorrect ?

• Formed by high pressure & temperatures

• Fossil might be found in them

• Layered or banded appearance

Which of the following is an intrusive igneous rock?

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Identify the rock type in the picture.

• Intrusive igneous rock

• Sedimentary rock

• Extrusive igneous rock

• Metaphoric rock

Which of the following is not a process of sedimentary rock formation?

• Weathering/Erosion

• Compaction

• Cementation

• Solidification

• Evaporation