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Q: A scientific study of rocks that deals with their composition, texture and structure; their occurrence and distribution; and their origin in relation to physicochemical conditions is called _____.
  • A. Geology
  • B. Geomorphology
  • C. Lithology
  • D. Petrology
Correct Answer: Option D - Petrology is the scientific study of rocks that deals with their composition, texture, and structure, their occurrence and distribution and their origin in relation to physicochemical conditions and geologic processes. It is concerned with all three major types of rocks–igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary.
D. Petrology is the scientific study of rocks that deals with their composition, texture, and structure, their occurrence and distribution and their origin in relation to physicochemical conditions and geologic processes. It is concerned with all three major types of rocks–igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary.

Explanations:

Petrology is the scientific study of rocks that deals with their composition, texture, and structure, their occurrence and distribution and their origin in relation to physicochemical conditions and geologic processes. It is concerned with all three major types of rocks–igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary.