Rocks and Rock Cycle · UPSC CDS/OTA · Question 20 of 30

Rocks and Rock Cycle – Question 20

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Topic
Rocks and Rock Cycle
Subject
General Studies
Difficulty
Medium
Solve Time
45–60 sec

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Q · Rocks and Rock CycleMedium · 45s

Which of the following statements is/are correct? Metamorphic rocks have a crystalline structure. Sedimentary rocks are formed from pre-existing rocks. Igneous rocks can never become metamorphic.

TopicRocks and Rock Cycle
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min

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Statement 3 is incorrect — igneous rocks can become metamorphic under pressure.

Final Answer: Option A — 1 and 2 only
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Rocks and Rock Cycle Question 20 – UPSC CDS/OTA