When Granite rocks get metamorphosed, they form (1) Quartzite (2) Gneiss (3) Marble (4) Slate

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Gneiss

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Last Answer : ANSWER: X -- STRATIFIED

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Last Answer : Answer: Option D

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Last Answer : Answer: Option C

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Last Answer : Answer: Option A

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