Which of the following rock formations resulted in Eastern Ghats? (1) Charnockites, bauxite, granite gneiss and quartzite rock (2) Khondalites, bauxite, granite gneiss, metamorphic gneisses and quartzite rock (3) Charnockites, khondalites, metamorphic gneisses and quartzite rock (4) Charnockites, granite gneiss, quartzite rock, khondalites, metamorphic gneisses

Which of the following rock formations resulted in Eastern Ghats? (1) Charnockites, bauxite, granite gneiss and quartzite rock (2) Khondalites, bauxite, granite gneiss, metamorphic gneisses and quartzite rock (3) Charnockites, khondalites, metamorphic gneisses and quartzite rock (4) Charnockites, granite gneiss, quartzite rock, khondalites, metamorphic gneisses
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Which of the following rock formations resulted in Eastern Ghats? (1) Charnockites, bauxite, granite gneiss and quartzite rock (2) Khondalites, bauxite, granite gneiss, metamorphic gneisses and quartzite rock (3) Charnockites, khondalites, metamorphic gneisses and quartzite rock (4) Charnockites, granite gneiss, quartzite rock, khondalites, metamorphic gneisses

Description : Which of the following rock formations resulted in Eastern Ghats? (1) Charnockites, bauxite, granite gneiss and quartzite rock (2) Khondalites, bauxite, granite gneiss, metamorphic gneisses ... and quartzite rock (4) Charnockites, granite gneiss, quartzite rock, khondalites, metamorphic gneisses

Last Answer : (4) Charnockites, granite gneiss, quartzite rock, khondalites, metamorphic gneisses Explanation: The Eastern Ghats are made up of charnocicites, granite gneiss, khondalites, metamorphic gneisses and quartzite ... range. Limestone, bauxite and iron ore are found in the Eastern Ghats hill ranges.

Which of these is not a Metamorphic rock? A. Quartzite (Answer) B. Slate C. Gneiss D. Schist

Description : Which of these is not a Metamorphic rock? A. Quartzite (Answer) B. Slate C. Gneiss D. Schist

Last Answer : A. Quartzite (Answer)

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

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

Where in India can ‘Mushroom’ rock be found ? (1) Eastern Ghats (2) Western Ghats (3) Thar Desert (4) Satpura Range

Description : Where in India can ‘Mushroom’ rock be found ? (1) Eastern Ghats (2) Western Ghats (3) Thar Desert (4) Satpura Range

Last Answer : Thar Desert

. 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. Limestone III. Slate D. Shale IV. Gneiss (1) A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I (2) A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I (3) A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III (4) A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III

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Last Answer : (4) A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III

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

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

Last Answer : (2) Gneiss Explanation: Gneiss is a high grade metamorphic rock formed by the metamorphosis of granite which is a sedimentary rock. Gneiss is typically associated with major mountain ... planar structures), characterized by alternating darker and lighter colored bands, called "gneissic banding".

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

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

Last Answer : Gneiss

Where do the Western and Eastern Ghats meet? (1) Nilgiri hills (2) Cardamom hills (3) Palani hills (4) Annamalai hills

Description : Where do the Western and Eastern Ghats meet? (1) Nilgiri hills (2) Cardamom hills (3) Palani hills (4) Annamalai hills

Last Answer : Nilgiri hills

Continuous chain of mountains that rise abruptly more or less parallel to the coastline of India is (1) Aravalli (2) Satpura (3) Eastern ghats (4) Western ghats

Description : Continuous chain of mountains that rise abruptly more or less parallel to the coastline of India is (1) Aravalli (2) Satpura (3) Eastern ghats (4) Western ghats

Last Answer : Western ghats

The two richest Eco-zones of India are (1) The Himalayas and Vindhyas (2) The Himalayas and Eastern Ghats (3) The Himalayas and Western Ghats (4) The Himalayas and Aravallis

Description : The two richest Eco-zones of India are (1) The Himalayas and Vindhyas (2) The Himalayas and Eastern Ghats (3) The Himalayas and Western Ghats (4) The Himalayas and Aravallis

Last Answer : The Himalayas and Aravallis

Which of the following hills connect eastern and western ghats? (1) Satpura (2) Vindhya (3) Nilgiri (4) Aravalli

Description : Which of the following hills connect eastern and western ghats? (1) Satpura (2) Vindhya (3) Nilgiri (4) Aravalli

Last Answer : Nilgiri

Which one of the following factors is the main reason for the peninsular rivers to flow towards east? (1) Western part is rainy (2) Western Ghats act as major water-divide (3) Rivers follow rift valleys (4) Eastern Ghats are lower than the Western Ghats

Description : Which one of the following factors is the main reason for the peninsular rivers to flow towards east? (1) Western part is rainy (2) Western Ghats act as major water-divide (3) Rivers follow rift valleys (4) Eastern Ghats are lower than the Western Ghats

Last Answer : Eastern Ghats are lower than the Western Ghats

The metamorphic rock which forms from pure limestone is: w) slate x) gneiss y) schist z) marble

Description : The metamorphic rock which forms from pure limestone is: w) slate x) gneiss y) schist z) marble

Last Answer : ANSWER: Z -- MARBLE

Quartzite is a (A) Metamorphic rock (B) Argillaceous rock (C) Calcareous rock (D) Siliceous rock

Description : Quartzite is a (A) Metamorphic rock (B) Argillaceous rock (C) Calcareous rock (D) Siliceous rock

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Which of the following represents a metamorphic rock? (i) Slate (ii) Shale (iii) Quartzite The correct answer is (A) Only (iii) (B) Both (i) and (iii) (C) Both (ii) and (iii) (D) All (i), (ii) and (iii)

Description : Which of the following represents a metamorphic rock? (i) Slate (ii) Shale (iii) Quartzite The correct answer is (A) Only (iii) (B) Both (i) and (iii) (C) Both (ii) and (iii) (D) All (i), (ii) and (iii)

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

Which one of the following is an igneous rock? (1) Sandstone (2) Shale (3) Quartzite (4) Granite

Description : Which one of the following is an igneous rock? (1) Sandstone (2) Shale (3) Quartzite (4) Granite

Last Answer : (4) Granite Explanation: Igneous rock is one of the three main rock types, the others being sedimentary and metamorphic rock. In terms of modes of occurrence, igneous rocks can be either ... cools and solidifies within the crust of a planet. They form central cores of major mountain ranges.

Which one of the following is an igneous rock? (1) Sandstone (2) Shale (3) Quartzite (4) Granite

Description : Which one of the following is an igneous rock? (1) Sandstone (2) Shale (3) Quartzite (4) Granite

Last Answer : Granite

Which of the following is formed out of volcanic eruptions in India? (1) Deccan Plateau (2) Lakshadweep Islands (3) Western Ghats (4) Himalayas

Description : Which of the following is formed out of volcanic eruptions in India? (1) Deccan Plateau (2) Lakshadweep Islands (3) Western Ghats (4) Himalayas

Last Answer : Deccan Plateau

Where are the Saltora Ranges located ? (1) Ladakh (2) Along the Vindhyas (3) Part of the Karakoram Ranges (4) Part of the Western Ghats

Description : Where are the Saltora Ranges located ? (1) Ladakh (2) Along the Vindhyas (3) Part of the Karakoram Ranges (4) Part of the Western Ghats

Last Answer : Part of the Karakoram Ranges

Central Highlands of Indian peninsular block are formed of (1) Sedimentary and metamorphic rocks (2) Igneous and sedimentary rocks (3) Igneous and metamorphic rocks (4) Sedimentary rocks

Description : Central Highlands of Indian peninsular block are formed of (1) Sedimentary and metamorphic rocks (2) Igneous and sedimentary rocks (3) Igneous and metamorphic rocks (4) Sedimentary rocks

Last Answer : Igneous and metamorphic rocks

Gneiss, Marble, Quartzite and Slate are

Description : Gneiss, Marble, Quartzite and Slate are

Last Answer : Ans. Metamorphic rocks

Which one of the following statements is NOT correct? [IAS 2003] (a) Black cotton soil of north-west India was formed by the weathering of basaltic lava rocks (b) Sedimentary rocks are distinguished from other types of rocks by the presence of distinct layers (c) Granite has large crystals of quartz, feldspar and mica in it (d) A metamorphic rock is softer and less compact than its original type

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Last Answer : Ans: (d)

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 : 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

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Which of the following is a metamorphic rock? w) sandstone x) granite y) quartz z) marble

Description : Which of the following is a metamorphic rock? w) sandstone x) granite y) quartz z) marble

Last Answer : ANSWER: Z -- MARBLE

The eastern coastal plain is also called as (1) Konkan coastal plain (2) Gujafat plain (3) Coromandal coastal plain (4) Malabar coastal plain

Description : The eastern coastal plain is also called as (1) Konkan coastal plain (2) Gujafat plain (3) Coromandal coastal plain (4) Malabar coastal plain

Last Answer : Coromandal coastal plain

Which of the following uplands is not a part of the Telangana Plateau ? (1) Aravalli (2) Western Ghat (3) Eastern Ghat (4) Satpura

Description : Which of the following uplands is not a part of the Telangana Plateau ? (1) Aravalli (2) Western Ghat (3) Eastern Ghat (4) Satpura

Last Answer : Western Ghat 

India lies in the ................ hemisphere. (1) northern and eastern (2) southern and eastern (3) northern and western (4) northern and southern

Description : India lies in the ................ hemisphere. (1) northern and eastern (2) southern and eastern (3) northern and western (4) northern and southern

Last Answer : northern and eastern

Gneiss is obtained from (A) Igneous rocks (B) Metamorphic rocks (C) Sedimentary rocks (D) Sedimentary metamorphic rocks

Description : Gneiss is obtained from (A) Igneous rocks (B) Metamorphic rocks (C) Sedimentary rocks (D) Sedimentary metamorphic rocks

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Igneous rocks that form from magma are known as: w) minerals x) granite y) intrusive rocks z) gneiss (pron: nice)

Description : Igneous rocks that form from magma are known as: w) minerals x) granite y) intrusive rocks z) gneiss (pron: nice)

Last Answer : ANSWER: Y -- INTRUSIVE ROCKS

Where in India can 'Mushroom' rock be found? (1) Eastern Ghats (2) Western Ghats (3) Thar Desert (4) Satpura Range

Description : Where in India can 'Mushroom' rock be found? (1) Eastern Ghats (2) Western Ghats (3) Thar Desert (4) Satpura Range

Last Answer : (3) Thar Desert Explanation: A mushroom rock, also called rock pedestal or a pedestal rock, is a naturally occurring rock whose shape, as its name implies, strikingly resembles a mushroom. Usually found in ... rate at its bottom to that at its top. Such rocks are found in Thar Desert of India.

Quartzite, a metamorphic stone is (A) Hard (B) Brittle (C) Crystalline (D) All the above

Description : Quartzite, a metamorphic stone is (A) Hard (B) Brittle (C) Crystalline (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Which of the following metamorphic rocks has the most weather resisting characteristics? (A) Marble (B) Quartzite (C) Slate (D) Lime stone

Description : Which of the following metamorphic rocks has the most weather resisting characteristics? (A) Marble (B) Quartzite (C) Slate (D) Lime stone

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

Which of the following sedimentary rocks changes into quartzite by metamorphic action? (A) Sand stone (B) Lime stone (C) Shale (D) Gypsum

Description : Which of the following sedimentary rocks changes into quartzite by metamorphic action? (A) Sand stone (B) Lime stone (C) Shale (D) Gypsum

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

Where is ‘Raisina Hills’? (1) Where Rashtrapati Bhavan is situated (2) The Hill feature in Srinagar, otherwise known as ‘Shankara-charya Hill’ (3) The place where the Dogra rulers of J & K built their fort in Jammu. (4) The rock feature at Kanyakumari where Swami Vivekananda’s statue was erected.

Description : Where is ‘Raisina Hills’? (1) Where Rashtrapati Bhavan is situated (2) The Hill feature in Srinagar, otherwise known as ‘Shankara-charya Hill’ (3) The place where the Dogra rulers of J & K built their fort in Jammu. (4) The rock feature at Kanyakumari where Swami Vivekananda’s statue was erected. 

Last Answer : Where Rashtrapati Bhavan is situated

How does the granite of a mountain change first into a sandstone into a quartzite?

Description : How does the granite of a mountain change first into a sandstone into a quartzite?

Last Answer : The minerals that make up the granite in the mountain areweathered by chemicals at the surface of the Earth and they allbreak down except the quartz which is stable at the Earth'ssurface.Water, ... deeper it heats up and the grains arewelded together to form a metamorphic rock called a quartzite.

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Description : Granite, quartzite areas have upstanding look because – (1) mechanically weathered faster (2) these rocks are resistant to all kinds of erosion (3) these rocks are not easily eroded (4) not easily worn down

Last Answer : (4) not easily worn down Explanation: Granite is high in quartz, a mineral very resistant to weathering. Similarly, quartzite is harder than steel. So, they are not easily worn down and ... and vice versa. So quartzite, though hard and chemically inert, can be fractured by physical weathering.

Which of the following stone is best suited for construction of piers and abutments of Railway Bridge a) Granite* b) Sandstone c) Limestone d) Quartzite

Description : Which of the following stone is best suited for construction of piers and abutments of Railway Bridge a) Granite* b) Sandstone c) Limestone d) Quartzite

Last Answer : a) Granite*

Granite, quartzite areas have upstanding look because (1) mechanically wealthered faster (2) these rocks are resistant to all kinds of erosion (3) these rocks are not easily croded (4) not easily worn down

Description : Granite, quartzite areas have upstanding look because (1) mechanically wealthered faster (2) these rocks are resistant to all kinds of erosion (3) these rocks are not easily croded (4) not easily worn down

Last Answer : not easily worn down

Granite mainly composed of quartz and feldspar particles, is obtained from (A) Sedimentary rocks (B) Metamorphic rocks (C) Igneous rocks (D) All the above

Description : Granite mainly composed of quartz and feldspar particles, is obtained from (A) Sedimentary rocks (B) Metamorphic rocks (C) Igneous rocks (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Slate is formed by metamorphic action on (A) Shale (B) Lime stone (C) Sand stone (D) Granite

Description : Slate is formed by metamorphic action on (A) Shale (B) Lime stone (C) Sand stone (D) Granite

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

Granite is obtained from a) Igneous rocks* b) Sedimentary rocks c) Metamorphic r

Description : Granite is obtained from a) Igneous rocks* b) Sedimentary rocks c) Metamorphic r

Last Answer : a) Igneous rocks*

What is the rock family that includes slate and gneiss?

Description : What is the rock family that includes slate and gneiss?

Last Answer : Need answer

The Jawar mines of Udaipur are famous for (a) Marble (b) Zinc (c) Granite (d) Bauxite

Description : The Jawar mines of Udaipur are famous for (a) Marble (b) Zinc (c) Granite (d) Bauxite

Last Answer : Ans: (b)

How are the rock formations called tepuis unusual?

Description : How are the rock formations called tepuis unusual?

Last Answer : What is the answer ?

What Rock formations river and lakes appear to match up on different continents due to this piece of evidence?

Description : What Rock formations river and lakes appear to match up on different continents due to this piece of evidence?

Last Answer : What is the answer ?

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Description : What are the three types of naturally formed rock formations?

Last Answer : All rock formations are natural. It is not clear what you are asking.

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Last Answer : Ans: (c)

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Description : Which State of India, has the oldest rock formations in the country?

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Description : Of the following choices, the color purple on a topographic map indicates what surface feature? w) vegetation x) water y) photorevision z) rock formations

Last Answer : ANSWER: Y -- PHOTOREVISION

Of the following, the color blue on a topographic map indicates what surface feature? w) vegetation x) water y) photorevision z) rock formations

Description : Of the following, the color blue on a topographic map indicates what surface feature? w) vegetation x) water y) photorevision z) rock formations

Last Answer : ANSWER: X -- WATER