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Give one difference between Extrusive igneous and Intrusive igneous rocks. - Geography

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Give one difference between Extrusive igneous and Intrusive igneous rocks.

Give two differences between Extrusive Igneous and Intrusive Igneous rocks.

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S. No. Extrusive Igneous rocks Intrusive Igneous rocks
1. They are created when molten magma cools on the surface of the earth. When magma solidifies inside the earth's crust, they are created.
2. These rocks have fine grains, are crystalline, and are smooth. These are hard rocks with big crystals and a gritty feel.
3. For example - Basalt For example - Granite
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Chapter 6: Rocks - Short Answer Questions

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Morning Star Total Geography [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 6 Rocks
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