Description : Geologically, marble is known as (A) Sedimentary rock (B) Igneous rock (C) Metamorphic rock (D) Stratified rock
Last Answer : Answer: Option C
Description : Which one of the following is igneous rock? (1) Limestone (2) Granite (3) Marble (4) Slate
Last Answer : (2) Granite Explanation: Igneous rock (derived from the Latin word ignis meaning fire) is one of the three main rock types, the others being sedimentary and metamorphic rock. Igneous rock is ... of three processes: an increase in temperature, a decrease in pressure, or a change in composition.
Description : . Match List I (Original Rock) with List II (Metamorphic Rock) and select the correct answer using the code given below: L i st I L i st I I (Or i gi nal Rock ) (Met amor phi c Rock ) A. Granite I. Diamond B. Coal II. Marble C. ... II, C-IV, D-I (3) A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III (4) A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III
Last Answer : (4) A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III
Description : The metamorphic rock which forms from pure limestone is: w) slate x) gneiss y) schist z) marble
Last Answer : ANSWER: Z -- MARBLE
Description : The aquifer of a famous artesian formation in the Great Plains is a layer of rock called the: w) Clinton limestone x) Dakota sandstone y) Pierre shale z) Vermont marble
Last Answer : ANSWER: X -- DAKOTA SANDSTONE
Description : Which of the following pairs contains one igneous and one sedimentary rock? w) shale and marble x) sandstone and quartzite y) granite and limestone z) obsidian and gneiss
Last Answer : ANSWER: Y -- GRANITE AND LIMESTONE
Description : Of the following, the rock that is most resistant to both chemical and mechanical weathering is: w) shale x) limestone y) marble z) quartzite
Last Answer : ANSWER: Z -- QUARTZITE
Description : Which one of the following is igneous rock ? (1) Limestone (2) Granite (3) Marble (4) Slate
Last Answer : Granite
Description : Lime stone is not a (A) Sedimentary rock (B) Stratified rock (C) Aqueous rock (D) Metamorphic rock
Last Answer : Answer: Option D
Description : Match the following : A. Chernozems 1. Rich in calcium carbonate B. Black soil 2. Contains aluminium compound C. Laterite 3. Richest soils in the world D. Terra Rosa 4. Formed in limestone E. Alluvial soil 5. It is a mixture of clay, sand and ... 1 2 3 4 5 (b) 3 1 2 4 5 (c) 4 5 3 1 2 (d) 3 4 5 2 1
Last Answer : Ans: (b)
Description : The rock which is not calcareous, is: (A) Lime stone (B) Chalk (C) Laterite (D) None of these
Last Answer : (D) None of these
Description : Laterite is a/an (A) Volcanic rock (B) Argillaceous rock (C) Calcareous rock (D) Siliceous rock
Last Answer : Answer: Option B
Description : Shingle is (A) Decomposed laterite (B) Crushed granite (C) Water bound pebbles (D) Air weathered rock
Last Answer : Answer: Option A
Description : Limestone is changed into marble. -Geography
Last Answer : Limestone is changed into marble due to the following reasons: The overlying layers of rocks put pressure on the underlying rocks. From the surface to the interior of the earth, temperature and heat go on increasing. Due to pressure and heat, the original limestone changes into marble.
Description : Etching of marble, limestone, jewellery , etc. is caused by pollutant
Last Answer : Etching of marble, limestone, jewellery , etc. is caused by pollutant A. `CO_(2)` B. CO C. `SO_(2)` D. `CH_(4)`
Description : Spot the odd item of the following : (1) Shale (2) Marble (3) Limestone (4) Sandstone
Last Answer : (2) Marble Explanation: Shale, sandstone and limestone are classic examples of sedimentary rocks; Marble is a type of metamorphic rock. It is a non-foliated metamorphic rock composed of recrystallized carbonate minerals, most commonly calcite or dolomite.
Description : Marble is the metamorphosed form of (1) Shale (2) Basalt (3) Sandstone (4) Limestone
Last Answer : (4) Limestone Explanation: Marble is a non-foliated metamorphic rock composed of re-crystallized carbonate minerals, most commonly calcite or dolomite. Geologists use the term "marble" to refer ... and structures of the original carbonate rock (protolith) have typically been modified or destroyed.
Description : When limestone is subjected to high temperature and pressure known as Metamorphism, it results in the formation of? a. Granite b. Quicklime c. Sandstone d. Marble
Last Answer : d. Marble
Description : Find the odd one: (1) Marble (2) Chalk (3) Limestone (4) Slaked lime
Last Answer : Slaked lime
Last Answer : Marble
Last Answer : Limestone
Description : The preparation of surface of stone to obtain plain edges or to obtain stones of required size and shape is known as (A) Quarrying of stones (B) Blasting of stones (C) Seasoning of stones (D) Dressing of stones
Description : Jumper is a tool used for (A) Testing of stones (B) Quarrying of stones (C) Dressing of stones (D) None of the above
Description : The softest rock is (A) Marble (B) Diamond (C) Talc (D) Quartz
Description : Chemically, marble is known as (A) Metamorphic rock (B) Argillaceous rock (C) Calcareous rock (D) Siliceous rock
Description : The hardest rock is (A) Marble (B) Diamond (C) Talc (D) Quartz
Description : Based on the following rocks and minerals, select the correct statement, quartz, shale, basalt, granite, marble, gypsum, mica (A) Basalt and marble are the only metamorphic rocks (B) There is no sedimentary rock (C) Granite is the only igneous rock (D) Quartz and mica are minerals
Description : What kind of climate would frost wedging occur in?
Last Answer : Need answer
Description : What does anterior wedging of upper lumbar vertebral body mean?
Description : In which kind of climate would frost wedging most likely occur?
Last Answer : What is the answer ?
Description : The Himalayan region is poor in mineral resources because (a) it is made up of crystalline rocks (b) displacement of rock strata has disturbed the arrangement of rocks and made it ... minerals (d) the terrain makes exploitation of minerals difficult and very costly due to transport difficulties
Description : The Himalayan region is poor in mineral resources because: [IAS 2004] (a) it is made of crystalline rocks (b) the displacement of rock strata has disturbed the arrangement of rock and ... minerals (d) the terrain makes exploitation of minerals difficult and very costly due to transport difficulties
Description : In the manufacture of H3 PO4 (ortho); strong H2 SO4 leaching wet process as compared to electric furnace process (A) Uses lower grade phosphate rock (B) Requires lower capital investment in the plant (C) Produces lower purity acid (D) Is very costly
Last Answer : (C) Produces lower purity acid
Description : Name the parent rock of Laterite Soil. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The parent rock of Laterite Soil is Laterite rock. It is mainly found in the Malwa Plateau region.
Description : Industries producing complete articles for direct consumption & also processing industries is called as_______________. A. Manufacturing industries. B. Feeder Industries. C. Service Industries. D. Mining or Quarrying.
Last Answer : A. Manufacturing industries.
Description : Define quarrying of stone. State any two methods of quarrying
Last Answer : The process of taking out stones from natural rock beds is known as quarrying of Stones. Methods: a) Digging b) Heating c) Wedging d) Blasting
Description : Define quarrying.
Last Answer : The process of taking out stones from natural rock beds is known as quarrying of Stones.
Description : Enlist the methods of quarrying and explain any one in brief.
Last Answer : The process of taking out stones from natural rock beds is known as quarrying of Stones. Methods of Quarrying of Stones: - 1.Digging 2.Heating 3.Wedging 4.Blasting 1. Digging ... Large blocks of stones are obtained by using blasting powder but small blocks are obtained by using dynamite.
Description : How is it possible to change marble into sedimentary rock?
Last Answer : Marble, when exposed to the elements, can be weathered like any other rock. The products of weathering can accumulate and form sediments, which, when sufficiently deeply buried, can become sedimentary rocks.
Description : Marble is a metamorphic rock of _______.
Description : To which kind of rock does marble belong? (a) Metamorphic rock (b) Sedimentary rock (c) Igneous rock (d) Volcanic rock
Last Answer : Ans: (a)
Description : Which of the following is an organic rock? (1) Marble (2) Coal (3) Granite (4) Slate
Last Answer : (2) Coal Explanation: Coal is an organic sedimentary rock that forms mainly from plant debris. The plant debris usually accumulates in a swamp environment.
Description : Marble is —rock a. Hydro metamorphic b. Dynamo metamorphic c. Thermo metamorphic d. Acidic
Last Answer : c. Thermo metamorphic
Description : Marble is obtained from a) Igneous rocks b) Sedimentary rocks c) Metamorphic rocks* d) Plutonic rock
Last Answer : c) Metamorphic rocks*
Description : A rock composed of cemented sand and gravel is: w) shale x) conglomerate y) granite z) marble
Last Answer : ANSWER: X -- CONGLOMERATE
Description : Which of the following is a metamorphic rock? w) sandstone x) granite y) quartz z) marble
Description : This sedimentary rock was used to build the Pantheon and the Colossium: w) marble x) travertine y) sandstone z) ironstone
Last Answer : ANSWER: X -- TRAVERTINE
Description : Which of the following is an organic rock ? (1) Marble (2) Coal (3) Granite (4) Slate
Last Answer : Coal
Description : The Westergaard analysis is used for (A) Sandy soils (B) Cohesive soils (C) Stratified soils (D) Clayey soils
Last Answer : (C) Stratified soils
Description : The method of the slices is applicable to (A) Homogenous soils (B) Stratified soils (C) Saturated soils (D) Non-uniform slopes