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    Rocks can be classified based on their origin, structure, or chemical composition. There are three main types based on origin - igneous rocks which form from solidified magma or lava, sedimentary rocks which are formed by the accumulation and cementation of fragments of older rocks, and metamorphic rocks which form from existing rocks subjected to heat and pressure. Rocks also differ based on their structures, such as stratified, unstratified, or foliated, and their chemical compositions including silica, clay, or calcium carbonate content.

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    Rocks can be classified based on their origin, structure, or chemical composition. There are three main types based on origin - igneous rocks which form from solidified magma or lava, sedimentary rocks which are formed by the accumulation and cementation of fragments of older rocks, and metamorphic rocks which form from existing rocks subjected to heat and pressure. Rocks also differ based on their structures, such as stratified, unstratified, or foliated, and their chemical compositions including silica, clay, or calcium carbonate content.

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    Classification of Rocks: A) Based On Origin B) Based On Structures C) Based On Chemical Composition

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    Kanha Karwa
    Rocks can be classified based on their origin, structure, or chemical composition. There are three main types based on origin - igneous rocks which form from solidified magma or lava, sedimentary rocks which are formed by the accumulation and cementation of fragments of older rocks, and metamorphic rocks which form from existing rocks subjected to heat and pressure. Rocks also differ based on their structures, such as stratified, unstratified, or foliated, and their chemical compositions including silica, clay, or calcium carbonate content.

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    Classification Of Rocks

    A)Based On Origin B)Based On Structures C)Based On Chemical


    Composition

    Igneous Rocks Stratified Rocks Silicious Rocks


    (Granite,Quartzites)
    Secondary Rocks Unstratified Rocks Argillacious Rocks
    (Slates,Laterites)
    Metamorphic Rocks Foliated Rocks Calcareous Rocks
    (Limestone,Marble)

    A)Based On Origin

    Igneous 1.Plutomic 2.Hypobyssal 3.Volcanic Rocks (Basalt)


    Rocks Rocks Rocks
    (Granite) (Dolerite)
    Secondary 1.Residual 2.Sedimentary 3.Chemical 4.Organic Deposits
    Rocks Deposits Deposits Deposits
    Metamorphic 1. Foliated Rock 2.Non Foliated Rock
    Rocks

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