Rock
(A) Metals
(B) Minerals ✅
(C) Fossils
(D) Soil
Explanation: Rocks are naturally occurring aggregates of minerals.
Q2. Which of the following is a primary rock?
(A) Sandstone
(B) Granite ✅
(C) Marble
(D) Slate
Explanation: Granite is igneous, formed directly from cooling magma.
Q3. Fossils are most commonly found in:
(A) Igneous rocks
(B) Sedimentary rocks ✅
(C) Metamorphic rocks
(D) Volcanic rocks
Explanation: Sedimentary rocks preserve remains of plants/animals.
Q4. Marble is formed from:
(A) Granite
(B) Limestone ✅
(C) Sandstone
(D) Shale
Explanation: Limestone undergoes metamorphism to form marble.
Q5. Slate is formed from:
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Limestone
(C) Sandstone
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q6. Which of the following is an intrusive igneous rock?
(A) Basalt
(B) Granite ✅
(C) Obsidian
(D) Pumice
Explanation: Granite forms when magma cools slowly beneath the Earth’s surface.
Q7. Which sedimentary rock is formed mainly from calcium carbonate?
(A) Shale
(B) Limestone ✅
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone is composed largely of calcite.
Q8. The Deccan Traps in India are made of:
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Sandstone
(D) Marble
Explanation: Deccan Traps are extensive basaltic lava flows.
Q9. Which rock is used as raw material in cement industry?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Limestone is a key ingredient in cement.
Q10. Igneous rocks are also called:
(A) Primary rocks ✅
(B) Secondary rocks
(C) Fossil rocks
(D) Stratified rocks
Explanation: Igneous rocks are the first to form from magma.
Q11. Sandstone is an example of:
(A) Igneous rock
(B) Sedimentary rock ✅
(C) Metamorphic rock
(D) Volcanic rock
Explanation: Sandstone is formed by compaction of sand particles.
Q12. Which rock is formed by metamorphism of limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Granite
(D) Shale
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q13. Obsidian is:
(A) Sedimentary rock
(B) Igneous rock ✅
(C) Metamorphic rock
(D) Fossil rock
Explanation: Obsidian is a volcanic glass formed from rapid cooling of lava.
Q14. Coal is classified as:
(A) Igneous rock
(B) Sedimentary rock ✅
(C) Metamorphic rock
(D) Fossil fuel
Explanation: Coal is an organic sedimentary rock.
Q15. Which rock is commonly used for making statues?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Sandstone
Explanation: Marble is soft enough to carve and aesthetically pleasing.
Q16. Conglomerate is a type of:
(A) Igneous rock
(B) Sedimentary rock ✅
(C) Metamorphic rock
(D) Fossil rock
Explanation: Conglomerate is formed from rounded pebbles cemented together.
Q17. Which rock is formed by cooling of lava on Earth’s surface?
(A) Granite
(B) Basalt ✅
(C) Marble
(D) Slate
Explanation: Basalt is an extrusive igneous rock.
Q18. Shale is formed from:
(A) Clay ✅
(B) Sand
(C) Limestone
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock formed from clay.
Q19. Which rock is used for roofing tiles?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Granite
(D) Sandstone
Explanation: Slate splits easily into thin sheets, suitable for roofing.
Q20. The rock cycle demonstrates:
(A) Rocks are static
(B) Rocks change continuously ✅
(C) Rocks are man-made
(D) Rocks are independent of natural forces
Explanation: The rock cycle shows transformation between all rock types.
Q21. Which igneous rock is light and porous?
(A) Basalt
(B) Pumice ✅
(C) Granite
(D) Obsidian
Explanation: Pumice is formed from gas-rich lava, making it porous.
Q22. Which sedimentary rock is formed from plant remains?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Coal originates from compressed plant material.
Q23. Quartzite is formed from:
(A) Sandstone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Granite
Explanation: Sandstone undergoes metamorphism to form quartzite.
Q24. Which rock is known as volcanic glass?
(A) Obsidian ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Basalt
(D) Marble
Explanation: Obsidian forms when lava cools rapidly without crystallization.
Q25. Which rock is stratified?
(A) Sedimentary ✅
(B) Igneous
(C) Metamorphic
(D) Volcanic
Explanation: Sedimentary rocks are deposited in layers (strata).
Q26. Which of the following is an extrusive igneous rock?
(A) Granite
(B) Basalt ✅
(C) Gabbro
(D) Diorite
Explanation: Basalt forms when lava cools quickly on the Earth’s surface.
Q27. Which rock is formed from compacted clay?
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Limestone
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale is a fine-grained sedimentary rock formed from clay.
Q28. Which metamorphic rock is used in flooring and roofing?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits into thin sheets, making it suitable for tiles.
Q29. Which igneous rock is glassy in texture?
(A) Obsidian ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Basalt
(D) Diorite
Explanation: Obsidian is volcanic glass formed from rapid cooling of lava.
Q30. Which sedimentary rock is formed from sand particles?
(A) Sandstone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Sandstone is formed by compaction of sand grains.
Q31. Which rock is formed by metamorphism of sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone transforms into quartzite under heat and pressure.
Q32. Which igneous rock is porous and light enough to float on water?
(A) Pumice ✅
(B) Basalt
(C) Granite
(D) Obsidian
Explanation: Pumice contains air bubbles, making it lightweight.
Q33. Which rock is known for containing fossils?
(A) Sedimentary ✅
(B) Igneous
(C) Metamorphic
(D) Volcanic
Explanation: Fossils are preserved in sedimentary layers.
Q34. Which metamorphic rock is formed from shale?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q35. Which igneous rock is coarse-grained?
(A) Granite ✅
(B) Basalt
(C) Obsidian
(D) Pumice
Explanation: Granite cools slowly underground, forming large crystals.
Q36. Which sedimentary rock is formed from chemical precipitation?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Shale
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone often forms from precipitation of calcium carbonate.
Q37. Which metamorphic rock is used in sculpture and architecture?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Marble is valued for its beauty and ease of carving.
Q38. Which igneous rock forms the oceanic crust?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Diorite
(D) Obsidian
Explanation: Basalt is the dominant rock of oceanic crust.
Q39. Which sedimentary rock is formed from fine mud particles?
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Shale is compacted mud/clay.
Q40. Which metamorphic rock is extremely hard and resistant?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is very hard due to recrystallized quartz.
Q41. Which igneous rock is formed from slow cooling of magma?
(A) Granite ✅
(B) Basalt
(C) Obsidian
(D) Pumice
Explanation: Granite forms deep underground with large crystals.
Q42. Which sedimentary rock is formed from rounded pebbles?
(A) Conglomerate ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Sandstone
Explanation: Conglomerate is made of cemented pebbles.
Q43. Which metamorphic rock is used for making blackboards?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits into smooth sheets, suitable for writing surfaces.
Q44. Which igneous rock is fine-grained and dark-colored?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Diorite
(D) Obsidian
Explanation: Basalt cools quickly, forming fine grains.
Q45. Which sedimentary rock is formed from shells and skeletons?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone often originates from marine organisms.
Q46. Which metamorphic rock is formed from limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q47. Which igneous rock is formed from volcanic eruptions?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Diorite
(D) Gabbro
Explanation: Basalt is extrusive, formed from lava flows.
Q48. Which sedimentary rock is formed from plant material?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Coal originates from compressed plant remains.
Q49. Which metamorphic rock is used in construction for durability?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is extremely hard and durable.
Q50. Which igneous rock is formed from rapid cooling of lava?
(A) Obsidian ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Basalt
(D) Diorite
Explanation: Obsidian is volcanic glass formed from rapid cooling.
Q51. Which igneous rock is commonly used for kitchen countertops?
(A) Granite ✅
(B) Basalt
(C) Obsidian
(D) Slate
Explanation: Granite is durable and aesthetically appealing, widely used in interiors.
Q52. Which sedimentary rock is formed from compacted silt?
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Shale is fine-grained, formed from silt and clay particles.
Q53. Which metamorphic rock is formed from limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q54. Which igneous rock is formed from volcanic eruptions?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Diorite
(D) Gabbro
Explanation: Basalt is extrusive, formed from lava flows.
Q55. Which sedimentary rock is formed from sand grains?
(A) Sandstone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Sandstone is formed by compaction of sand particles.
Q56. Which metamorphic rock is used for decorative purposes?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Shale
Explanation: Marble is valued for its beauty and polish.
Q57. Which igneous rock is dark-colored and fine-grained?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Diorite
(D) Obsidian
Explanation: Basalt cools quickly, forming fine grains.
Q58. Which sedimentary rock is formed from organic matter?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Coal originates from compressed plant remains.
Q59. Which metamorphic rock is extremely hard and resistant?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is very hard due to recrystallized quartz.
Q60. Which igneous rock is formed from rapid cooling of lava?
(A) Obsidian ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Basalt
(D) Diorite
Explanation: Obsidian is volcanic glass formed from rapid cooling.
Q61. Which sedimentary rock is formed from shells and skeletons?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone often originates from marine organisms.
Q62. Which metamorphic rock is formed from shale?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q63. Which igneous rock is coarse-grained?
(A) Granite ✅
(B) Basalt
(C) Obsidian
(D) Pumice
Explanation: Granite cools slowly underground, forming large crystals.
Q64. Which sedimentary rock is formed from rounded pebbles?
(A) Conglomerate ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Sandstone
Explanation: Conglomerate is made of cemented pebbles.
Q65. Which metamorphic rock is used for making blackboards?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits into smooth sheets, suitable for writing surfaces.
Q66. Which igneous rock forms the oceanic crust?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Diorite
(D) Obsidian
Explanation: Basalt is the dominant rock of oceanic crust.
Q67. Which sedimentary rock is formed from fine mud particles?
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Shale is compacted mud/clay.
Q68. Which metamorphic rock is used in construction for durability?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is extremely hard and durable.
Q69. Which igneous rock is used for road construction?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Obsidian
(D) Pumice
Explanation: Basalt is tough and suitable for road metal.
Q70. Which sedimentary rock is formed from calcium carbonate?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone is composed largely of calcite.
Q71. Which metamorphic rock is formed from sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone undergoes metamorphism to form quartzite.
Q72. Which igneous rock is light and porous?
(A) Pumice ✅
(B) Basalt
(C) Granite
(D) Obsidian
Explanation: Pumice contains air bubbles, making it lightweight.
Q73. Which sedimentary rock is formed from plant remains?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Coal originates from compressed plant material.
Q74. Which metamorphic rock is used for sculpture?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Marble is soft enough to carve and aesthetically pleasing.
Q75. Which igneous rock is formed from slow cooling of magma?
(A) Granite ✅
(B) Basalt
(C) Obsidian
(D) Pumice
Explanation: Granite forms deep underground with large crystals.
Q76. Which sedimentary rock is formed from clay particles?
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Shale is fine-grained, formed from compacted clay.
Q77. Which sedimentary rock is formed from sand grains?
(A) Sandstone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Sandstone is formed by compaction of sand particles.
Q78. Which sedimentary rock is formed from shells and skeletons?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone often originates from marine organisms.
Q79. Which sedimentary rock is formed from rounded pebbles?
(A) Conglomerate ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Sandstone
Explanation: Conglomerate is made of cemented pebbles.
Q80. Which sedimentary rock is formed from plant remains?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Coal originates from compressed plant material.
Q81. Which sedimentary rock is formed from chemical precipitation?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Shale
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone often forms from precipitation of calcium carbonate.
Q82. Which sedimentary rock is organic in origin?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Coal is formed from organic plant matter.
Q83. Which sedimentary rock is used in cement industry?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Limestone is a key ingredient in cement.
Q84. Which sedimentary rock is formed from mud particles?
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Shale is compacted mud/clay.
Q85. Which sedimentary rock is stratified?
(A) Sedimentary ✅
(B) Igneous
(C) Metamorphic
(D) Volcanic
Explanation: Sedimentary rocks are deposited in layers (strata).
Q86. Which sedimentary rock is commonly used for building?
(A) Sandstone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Sandstone is durable and widely used in construction.
Q87. Which sedimentary rock is formed from fine silt?
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Shale is fine-grained, formed from silt and clay.
Q88. Which sedimentary rock is fossiliferous?
(A) Sedimentary ✅
(B) Igneous
(C) Metamorphic
(D) Volcanic
Explanation: Fossils are preserved in sedimentary layers.
Q89. Which sedimentary rock is formed from calcium carbonate?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone is composed largely of calcite.
Q90. Which sedimentary rock is formed from sand particles?
(A) Sandstone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Sandstone is formed by compaction of sand grains.
Q91. Which sedimentary rock is formed from organic matter?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Coal originates from compressed plant remains.
Q92. Which sedimentary rock is formed from shells?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone often originates from marine organisms.
Q93. Which sedimentary rock is formed from rounded fragments?
(A) Conglomerate ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Sandstone
Explanation: Conglomerate is made of cemented rounded fragments.
Q94. Which sedimentary rock is formed from mud?
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Shale is compacted mud/clay.
Q95. Which sedimentary rock is used for making chalk?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Chalk is a form of limestone.
Q96. Which sedimentary rock is formed from plant material?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Coal originates from compressed plant matter.
Q97. Which sedimentary rock is formed from chemical deposits?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone often forms from chemical precipitation.
Q98. Which sedimentary rock is formed from fine particles?
(A) Shale ✅
(B) Sandstone
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Shale is fine-grained, formed from silt and clay.
Q99. Which sedimentary rock is formed from sand?
(A) Sandstone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Limestone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Sandstone is formed by compaction of sand grains.
Q100. Which sedimentary rock is formed from shells and skeletons?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Limestone often originates from marine organisms.
Q101. Which metamorphic rock is formed from limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q102. Which metamorphic rock is formed from shale?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q103. Which metamorphic rock is formed from sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone transforms into quartzite under heat and pressure.
Q104. Which metamorphic rock is used for sculpture?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Marble is soft enough to carve and aesthetically pleasing.
Q105. Which metamorphic rock is extremely hard and resistant?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is very hard due to recrystallized quartz.
Q106. Which metamorphic rock is used for roofing tiles?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits easily into thin sheets, suitable for roofing.
Q107. Which metamorphic rock is formed from clay-rich shale?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q108. Which metamorphic rock is used for flooring?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Marble is polished and widely used in flooring.
Q109. Which metamorphic rock is formed from sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone transforms into quartzite under heat and pressure.
Q110. Which metamorphic rock is used for blackboards?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits into smooth sheets, suitable for writing surfaces.
Q111. Which metamorphic rock is formed from limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q112. Which metamorphic rock is formed from shale?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q113. Which metamorphic rock is formed from sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone transforms into quartzite under heat and pressure.
Q114. Which metamorphic rock is used in construction for durability?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is extremely hard and durable.
Q115. Which metamorphic rock is used for decorative purposes?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Shale
Explanation: Marble is valued for its beauty and polish.
Q116. Which metamorphic rock is formed from clay-rich shale?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q117. Which metamorphic rock is formed from sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone transforms into quartzite under heat and pressure.
Q118. Which metamorphic rock is used for roofing?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits easily into thin sheets, suitable for roofing.
Q119. Which metamorphic rock is formed from limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q120. Which metamorphic rock is extremely hard?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is very hard due to recrystallized quartz.
Q121. Which metamorphic rock is used for flooring and sculpture?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Marble is polished and widely used in flooring and sculpture.
Q122. Which metamorphic rock is formed from shale?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q123. Which metamorphic rock is formed from sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone transforms into quartzite under heat and pressure.
Q124. Which metamorphic rock is used for roofing tiles?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits easily into thin sheets, suitable for roofing.
Q125. Which metamorphic rock is formed from limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q126. Which metamorphic rock is formed from limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q127. Which metamorphic rock is formed from shale?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q128. Which metamorphic rock is formed from sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone transforms into quartzite under heat and pressure.
Q129. Which metamorphic rock is used for roofing tiles?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits easily into thin sheets, suitable for roofing.
Q130. Which metamorphic rock is used for sculpture?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Marble is soft enough to carve and aesthetically pleasing.
Q131. Which metamorphic rock is extremely hard and resistant?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is very hard due to recrystallized quartz.
Q132. Which metamorphic rock is used for blackboards?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits into smooth sheets, suitable for writing surfaces.
Q133. Which metamorphic rock is polished for flooring?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Marble is polished and widely used in flooring.
Q134. Which metamorphic rock is formed from clay-rich shale?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Shale undergoes metamorphism to form slate.
Q135. Which metamorphic rock is formed from sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone transforms into quartzite under heat and pressure.
Q136. Which metamorphic rock is formed from limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q137. Which metamorphic rock is used in construction for durability?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is extremely hard and durable.
Q138. Which metamorphic rock is used for roofing?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Slate splits easily into thin sheets, suitable for roofing.
Q139. Which metamorphic rock is formed from limestone?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Limestone transforms into marble under heat and pressure.
Q140. Which metamorphic rock is formed from sandstone?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Sandstone transforms into quartzite under heat and pressure.
Q141. The rock cycle demonstrates:
(A) Rocks are static
(B) Rocks change continuously ✅
(C) Rocks are man-made
(D) Rocks are independent of natural forces
Explanation: The rock cycle shows transformation between all rock types.
Q142. Which process converts igneous rocks into sediments?
(A) Weathering ✅
(B) Melting
(C) Metamorphism
(D) Crystallization
Explanation: Weathering breaks down igneous rocks into sediments.
Q143. Which process converts sediments into sedimentary rocks?
(A) Compaction and cementation ✅
(B) Melting
(C) Cooling
(D) Crystallization
Explanation: Sediments are compacted and cemented to form sedimentary rocks.
Q144. Which process converts sedimentary rocks into metamorphic rocks?
(A) Heat and pressure ✅
(B) Cooling
(C) Weathering
(D) Melting
Explanation: Heat and pressure transform sedimentary rocks into metamorphic rocks.
Q145. Which process converts metamorphic rocks into magma?
(A) Melting ✅
(B) Cooling
(C) Weathering
(D) Cementation
Explanation: Metamorphic rocks melt to form magma.
Q146. Which process converts magma into igneous rocks?
(A) Cooling and solidification ✅
(B) Weathering
(C) Cementation
(D) Heat and pressure
Explanation: Magma cools and solidifies to form igneous rocks.
Q147. Which process converts metamorphic rocks into sediments?
(A) Weathering ✅
(B) Melting
(C) Cooling
(D) Crystallization
Explanation: Weathering breaks down metamorphic rocks into sediments.
Q148. Which process converts sedimentary rocks into magma?
(A) Melting ✅
(B) Cooling
(C) Weathering
(D) Cementation
Explanation: Sedimentary rocks melt to form magma.
Q149. Which process converts igneous rocks into metamorphic rocks?
(A) Heat and pressure ✅
(B) Cooling
(C) Weathering
(D) Cementation
Explanation: Igneous rocks undergo metamorphism under heat and pressure.
Q150. Which process converts sediments into metamorphic rocks?
(A) Compaction → Sedimentary → Heat and pressure ✅
(B) Cooling
(C) Melting
(D) Crystallization
Explanation: Sediments form sedimentary rocks, which then transform into metamorphic rocks.
Q151. The rock cycle shows that:
(A) Rocks are static
(B) Rocks change continuously ✅
(C) Rocks are artificial
(D) Rocks are independent of natural forces
Explanation: The rock cycle demonstrates transformation between igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.
Q152. Which process breaks down rocks into smaller particles?
(A) Weathering ✅
(B) Melting
(C) Cooling
(D) Cementation
Explanation: Weathering disintegrates rocks into sediments.
Q153. Which process converts sediments into sedimentary rocks?
(A) Compaction and cementation ✅
(B) Melting
(C) Cooling
(D) Crystallization
Explanation: Sediments are compacted and cemented to form sedimentary rocks.
Q154. Which process converts sedimentary rocks into metamorphic rocks?
(A) Heat and pressure ✅
(B) Cooling
(C) Weathering
(D) Melting
Explanation: Heat and pressure transform sedimentary rocks into metamorphic rocks.
Q155. Which process converts metamorphic rocks into magma?
(A) Melting ✅
(B) Cooling
(C) Weathering
(D) Cementation
Explanation: Metamorphic rocks melt to form magma.
Q156. Which process converts magma into igneous rocks?
(A) Cooling and solidification ✅
(B) Weathering
(C) Cementation
(D) Heat and pressure
Explanation: Magma cools and solidifies to form igneous rocks.
Q157. Which process converts igneous rocks into sediments?
(A) Weathering ✅
(B) Melting
(C) Cooling
(D) Crystallization
Explanation: Weathering breaks down igneous rocks into sediments.
Q158. Which process converts metamorphic rocks into sediments?
(A) Weathering ✅
(B) Melting
(C) Cooling
(D) Cementation
Explanation: Weathering breaks down metamorphic rocks into sediments.
Q159. Which process converts sedimentary rocks into magma?
(A) Melting ✅
(B) Cooling
(C) Weathering
(D) Cementation
Explanation: Sedimentary rocks melt to form magma.
Q160. Which process converts igneous rocks into metamorphic rocks?
(A) Heat and pressure ✅
(B) Cooling
(C) Weathering
(D) Cementation
Explanation: Igneous rocks undergo metamorphism under heat and pressure.
Q161. Which rock is used as raw material in cement industry?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Limestone is a key ingredient in cement.
Q162. Which rock is used for making statues?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Sandstone
Explanation: Marble is soft enough to carve and aesthetically pleasing.
Q163. Which rock is used for road construction?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Obsidian
(D) Pumice
Explanation: Basalt is tough and suitable for road metal.
Q164. Which rock is used for kitchen countertops?
(A) Granite ✅
(B) Basalt
(C) Obsidian
(D) Slate
Explanation: Granite is durable and aesthetically appealing.
Q165. Which rock is used for roofing tiles?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Marble
(C) Quartzite
(D) Sandstone
Explanation: Slate splits easily into thin sheets, suitable for roofing.
Q166. Which rock is used for flooring and sculpture?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Granite
Explanation: Marble is polished and widely used in flooring and sculpture.
Q167. Which rock is used for making chalk?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Shale
(C) Sandstone
(D) Conglomerate
Explanation: Chalk is a form of limestone.
Q168. Which rock is used as fuel?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Basalt
Explanation: Coal is an organic sedimentary rock used as fuel.
Q169. Which rock is used in glass industry?
(A) Quartz ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartz is a raw material for glass production.
Q170. Which rock is used in steel industry?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Limestone is used as flux in steel production.
Q171. Which rock is used in aluminum industry?
(A) Bauxite ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Bauxite is the chief ore of aluminum.
Q172. Which rock is used in petroleum industry?
(A) Sedimentary ✅
(B) Igneous
(C) Metamorphic
(D) Volcanic
Explanation: Petroleum is found in porous sedimentary rocks.
Q173. Which rock is used in fertilizer industry?
(A) Phosphate rock ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Phosphate rock is used to produce fertilizers.
Q174. Which rock is used in construction for durability?
(A) Quartzite ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Marble
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartzite is extremely hard and durable.
Q175. Which rock is used in cement industry?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Limestone is a key ingredient in cement.
Q176. Which rock is used in road metal?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Marble
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Basalt is tough and suitable for road construction.
Q177. Which rock is used in decorative purposes?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Slate
(C) Quartzite
(D) Shale
Explanation: Marble is valued for its beauty and polish.
Q178. Which rock is used in glass making?
(A) Quartz ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Quartz is a raw material for glass production.
Q179. Which rock is used in steel industry as flux?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Limestone is used as flux in steel production.
Q180. Which rock is used in aluminum industry?
(A) Bauxite ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Shale
Explanation: Bauxite is the chief ore of aluminum.
Q181. The Deccan Traps in India are made of:
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Sandstone
(D) Marble
Explanation: Deccan Traps are extensive basaltic lava flows.
Q182. Which rock forms the Vindhyan ranges?
(A) Sandstone ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Basalt
(D) Marble
Explanation: Vindhyan ranges are mainly composed of sandstone.
Q183. Which rock is abundant in Chhattisgarh region?
(A) Limestone ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Basalt
(D) Slate
Explanation: Chhattisgarh has rich deposits of limestone.
Q184. Which rock is found in Rajmahal Hills?
(A) Basalt ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Sandstone
(D) Marble
Explanation: Rajmahal Hills are formed of basaltic lava.
Q185. Which rock is mined in Makrana, Rajasthan?
(A) Marble ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Sandstone
Explanation: Makrana is famous for high-quality marble.
Q186. Which rock is found in Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh?
(A) Bauxite ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Balaghat is known for bauxite deposits.
Q187. Which rock is found in Jharia, Jharkhand?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Jharia is famous for coal fields.
Q188. Which rock is found in Kudremukh, Karnataka?
(A) Iron ore ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Kudremukh is known for iron ore deposits.
Q189. Which rock is found in Salem, Tamil Nadu?
(A) Magnesite ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Salem has magnesite deposits.
Q190. Which rock is found in Singhbhum, Jharkhand?
(A) Iron ore ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Singhbhum is rich in iron ore.
Q191. Which rock is found in Kolar, Karnataka?
(A) Gold ore ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Kolar is famous for gold mines.
Q192. Which rock is found in Sundargarh, Odisha?
(A) Manganese ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Sundargarh has manganese deposits.
Q193. Which rock is found in Bellary, Karnataka?
(A) Iron ore ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Bellary is known for iron ore mining.
Q194. Which rock is found in Neyveli, Tamil Nadu?
(A) Lignite ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Neyveli is famous for lignite deposits.
Q195. Which rock is found in Bokaro, Jharkhand?
(A) Coal ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Bokaro is a coal mining region.
Q196. Which rock is found in Koraput, Odisha?
(A) Bauxite ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Koraput is rich in bauxite deposits.
Q197. Which rock is found in Mayurbhanj, Odisha?
(A) Iron ore ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Mayurbhanj has iron ore deposits.
Q198. Which rock is found in Jodhpur, Rajasthan?
(A) Sandstone ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Slate
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Jodhpur is famous for red sandstone.
Q199. Which rock is found in Chhota Nagpur Plateau?
(A) Granite ✅
(B) Basalt
(C) Sandstone
(D) Marble
Explanation: Chhota Nagpur Plateau has extensive granite formations.
Q200. Which rock is found in Almora, Uttarakhand?
(A) Slate ✅
(B) Granite
(C) Sandstone
(D) Limestone
Explanation: Almora region is known for slate deposits.
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