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Q: Slate and marble stone belong to................
  • A. Igneous rocks
  • B. Metamorphic rocks
  • C. Sedimentary rocks
  • D. Foliated rocks
Correct Answer: Option B - Metamorphic rocks – Metamorphic rocks are formed igneous or sedimentary rocks as a result of the action of the earth movement, temperature changes, liquid pressure etc. • The resultant mass may have a foliated structure Exp. Marble, Gneiss, quartzite, slate, schist, serpentine etc. • Non-foliated structure, e.g. Marble.
B. Metamorphic rocks – Metamorphic rocks are formed igneous or sedimentary rocks as a result of the action of the earth movement, temperature changes, liquid pressure etc. • The resultant mass may have a foliated structure Exp. Marble, Gneiss, quartzite, slate, schist, serpentine etc. • Non-foliated structure, e.g. Marble.

Explanations:

Metamorphic rocks – Metamorphic rocks are formed igneous or sedimentary rocks as a result of the action of the earth movement, temperature changes, liquid pressure etc. • The resultant mass may have a foliated structure Exp. Marble, Gneiss, quartzite, slate, schist, serpentine etc. • Non-foliated structure, e.g. Marble.