Lithosphere-Test 2

Earth’s crust below the oceans is composed of

In which type of rocks are metals like gold and copper mostly found ?

The intrusion of lava into vertical structures forms Dykes while the intrusion of lava into horizontal layers will form

Dolerite is an example of

The type of igneous rocks which are formed midway between volcanic and plutonic rocks, are known as

Which of the following is an Argillaceous rock ?

The type of sedimentary rocks formed by the deposition by wind are called

Which is the metamorphic equivalent of sandstone ?

The dome shaped Plutonic igneous rocks are called

Coal is an example of

Rocks which are formed by the solidification of lava, are

Basalt rock is an example of

Which of the following is not an intrusive  igneous rock ?

Match the following :

A. Shale            1. sedimentary rock

B. Gabbro          2. Igneous rock

C. Marble           3. Metamorphic rock

D. Granite

Pumice is derived from

The lightest layer of the earth is

Density of the core of the earth is expected to be

Which of the following pairs is incorrect

The core of the earth is also known as

Match the following :

Original rock                       Metamorphic rock

A. Mica                                    1. Marble

B. Limestone                            2. Slate

C. Granite                                3. Graphite

D. Shale                                   4. Schist

5. Gneiss

Which of the following is a metamorphic equivalent of sandstone ?

What is anthracite ?

Tin is found in

The most abundant element in the earth’s crust is

Which of the following layers of the earth is believed to have the heaviest mineral materials of highest density ?