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Solutions for Geography, Class 9, ICSE
With reference to Intrusive Igneous Rocks which of the following is incorrect?
Dykes — large deposits of cooled magma on the earth's surface.
Transported sediments get deposited in layers leading to increased pressure and temperature on the lower layers. Select the correct sequence of processes involved in the lithification of these sediments.
Evaporation — Compaction — Cementation.
Sam was working under a geologist. He lost his balance and dropped the bags containing igneous rocks and sedimentary rocks and the rocks got mixed. How would he separate them?
Sedimentary rocks have strata showing layers.
Reason — Igneous rocks are hard, compact, granular and crystalline, while sedimentary rocks are softer than igneous rocks and show layers. However, the best way to identify them would be by their layers which can be clearly seen due to sediments' deposition over one another.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Explanation — Since the igneous rocks were the first to be formed, they are called primary rocks. They form the basis of formation of other types of rocks.
Assertion (A): Igneous rocks are of interest to builders and sculptors.
Reason (R): Igneous rocks are usually compact.
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Explanation — Igneous rocks are usually compact and are of interest to builders and sculptors.
The transformation of rocks into metamorphic rocks takes place as a result of intense heat and pressure. Given below are the types of metamorphism and the processes involved. Which one is incorrect?
Contact Metamorphism : high pressure below ocean bed.
Study the diagram and identify A, B and C.
A: action of agents of weathering B: deposition-sedimentation C: action of heat and pressure
Plutonic rock | Volcanic rock |
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They are also called intrusive rocks. | They are also called extrusive rocks. |
They are formed when magma solidifies within the earth's crust. | They are formed by the cooling of molten magma on the earth's surface. |
These rocks are coarse textured, hard rocks with large crystals. | These rocks are smooth, crystalline and fine grained. |
For example- granite | For example- basalt |
Thermal Metamorphism | Dynamic Metamorphism |
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It occurs when the transformation of the original rock takes place due to the influence of high temperature. | It occurs when the transformation occurs mainly because of pressure at a great depth within the earth's crust. |
For example- slate is formed from clay | For example- marbles used in Taj Mahal at Agra are metamorphised from Dolomites. |
Sills | Dykes |
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Sometimes magma flows between layers of rocks horizontally and hardens there. This layer of intrusive rock is called sills. | The magma when forced upwards fills vertical cracks or fissures in existing rocks and then hardens there to form dykes. |
Sill is a layer like mass. | Dyke is a wall like mass. |
Calcarious rocks | Carbonacious rocks |
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These rocks are formed by the deposition of shells and skeletons of sea organisms like corals, oysters etc. | These rocks are formed by the sea plants which remain buried for a very long time . |
For example- chalk, limestone. | For example- coal, peat. |
Acid Igneous Rocks | Basic Igneous Rocks |
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These rocks have silica content between 65% to 85 %. They lack in iron and magnesium. | These rocks have higher percentage of oxides of denser elements and silica content varies between 40% to 60%. |
For example- granite. | For example- basalt |
Rocks | Minerals |
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Rocks are aggregates of mineral elements. | Minerals are solid inorganic substances occurring naturally. |
A rock has no definite chemical composition. | Minerals have a definite chemical composition. |
Extrusive Igneous rocks | Intrusive Igneous rocks |
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They are formed by the cooling of molten magma on the earth's surface. | They are formed when magma solidifies within the earth's crust. |
These rocks are smooth, crystalline and fine grained. | These rocks are coarse textured, hard rocks with large crystals. |
For example- Basalt | For example- Granite |
Two characteristics of Sedimentary Rocks are-
Rocks | Minerals |
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Rocks are aggregates of mineral elements. | Minerals are solid inorganic substances occurring naturally. |
A rock has no definite chemical composition. | Minerals have a definite chemical composition. |
Minerals are organised to form rocks. | Elements are organised to form compounds which are known as minerals. |
For example- basalt, granite etc. | For example- iron, silicon etc. |
Igneous rocks are formed due to cooling, solidification and crystallisation of magma found at great depths in the interior of the earth.
The main characteristics of igneous rocks are-
(i) Igneous rocks also called the primary rocks as they form the basis of formation of other types of rocks.
(ii) Igneous rocks are used by builders and sculptors because these rocks are easily available, economical, and feasible in nature. These rocks are very strong, which is considered the best option for the construction of strong structured statues and buildings.
(iii) Sedimentary rocks are called secondary rocks because they are formed by the solidification of sediments of original igneous, sedimentary or metamorphic parent rocks.
A — Rock A is Extrusive Igneous rock. This is because it is located on the surface of the Earth, where lava has flowed out through fissure and solidified.
B — Rock B is a Dyke. This is because magma when forced upwards fills vertical cracks or fissures in existing rocks. It then hardens there to form dykes.
C — Rock C is a Sill. This is because magma flows between layers of rocks horizontally and then hardens there. This layer of intrusive rock is called Sill.
When igneous rocks are exposed on the surface of the earth, they are broken down by weathering and carried away by forces of gradation. They are then deposited as sediments over long periods in seas, lakes, streams etc. Subsequent layers are added and due to their own weight from above, the sediments get cemented together to form sedimentary rocks.
There are five main types of sedimentary rocks on the basis of agents of formation:
(i) Mechanically formed sedimentary rocks are also termed as stratified rocks because such rocks are formed in layers.
(ii) Rocks like peat, lignite and anthracite are mainly made out of carbon composition (almost 60-90%). Due to this majority of carbon composition in these rocks, these rocks are known as carbonaceous rocks.
(iii) Fossils are found in sedimentary rocks, where gentler pressure and lower temperature allows preservation of past life-forms. Fossils become a part of sedimentary rocks when sediments such as mud, sand, shells and pebbles cover plant and animal organisms and preserve their characteristics through time.
Metamorphism refers to the alteration of the composition or structure of a rock by heat, pressure or other natural agency. Metamorphism is caused by heat and pressure.
For example- graphite.
The chief characteristics of metamorphic rocks are-
The economic significance of rocks are-
Rocks undergo cyclic transformation. The continuous process of transformation of old rocks into new ones is known as rock cycle. The cycle may also pass through the process of formation of sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous rocks.
To keep the earth young, rocks melt again resulting in the formation of igneous rock. This disintegrated material again forms sedimentary rock, which takes hundreds and thousands of years.
Yes, rocks are still important to humans today for several reasons:
Thus, rocks still play a crucial role in human civilization, both in our daily lives and in various industries.
Yes, the minerals in a rock provide an essential clue about how the rock was formed. Different minerals form under different conditions and the combination of minerals in a rock can help identify the type of rock and its formation process. Let us consider some examples:
Thus, the presence, absence, or combination of minerals in a rock provides important clues about the rock's origin, formation process, and the geological history of the area where it was found.
The continuous process of transformation of old rocks into new ones is known as rock cycle. The cycle may also pass through the process of formation of sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous rocks.
In the operation of the rock cycle, the earth is kept young and movements of adjustments specially through horizontal flow or convection currents maintain the balance between various elements of the earth like oceans and continents.