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प्रश्न
The photograph shows you a type of rock that is widely used in the construction industry.
- Name the type of rock.
- How is it formed?
उत्तर
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The type of rock is chemically formed sedimentary rock as limestone becomes marble. It is a marble.
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Sedimentary rocks are formed from sediment accumulated over long periods, usually underwater on the floors of shallow seas, rivers, and lakes. These rocks are formed by the process of evaporation of water containing in limestone which becomes marble.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Fill in the blank
Sedimentary rocks such as limestone change into ___________.
What is crust?
Give two examples of metamorphic rocks
Explain this term associated with rocks: Extrusive Igneous Rocks
Give a detailed account of lithiflcation of sedimentary rocks.
What is meant by a rock?
Give one word for the following.
The upper part of lithosphere, which is rich in silica and aluminium.
Which of the following monuments are built-in igneous rock?
- The Taj Mahal
- Fort Raigad
- The Red Fort
- Ellora Sculpture
Which one of the following is the most widespread most and productive category of soil.
Match the following:
| A. | Basalt | 1. | Anthracite |
| B. | Limestone | 2. | Extrusive igneous |
| C. | Coal | 3. | Metamorphic rock |
| D. | Gneiss | 4. | Sedimentary rock |
