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Q · Rocks and Rock Cyclemedium · 45s
Gneiss is an example of which type of rock?
TopicRocks and Rock Cycle
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Gneiss is a high-grade metamorphic rock characterized by its banded or foliated appearance, formed from the metamorphism of igneous or sedimentary rocks under extreme temperature and pressure conditions.
Final Answer: Option C - Metamorphic