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1. Geological Classification
a) Igneous rocks
b) Sedimentary rocks
c) Metamorphic rocks
2. Physical Classification 3. Chemical Classification
a) Stratified rocks a) Siliceous rocks
b) Non-stratified rocks b) Argillaceous rocks
c) Foliated rocks c) Calcareous rocks
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Rock forming minerals: (Found in sedimentary rocks)
1. Calcite.
2. Magnesite.
3. Dolomite.
4. Glauconite.
5. Limonite.
6. Gypsum.
7. Anhydrate.
Texture or structure of a rock
The arrangement of minerals forming a rock is known as its texture or structure.
1. Compact crystalline. 6. Pisolitic.
2. Conglomerate. 7. Porous granular.
3. Foliated. 8. Porphyritic.
4. Glassy. 9. Vesicular.
5. Granular crystalline.