The type of igneous rocks which are formed midway between volcanic and plutonic rocks, are known as :

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• Consider the following statements: 1. Igneous rocks are classified into Extrusive and Intrusive rocks. 2. Sedimentary rocks are also called as Primary rocks 3. Marble is an example of Metamorphic rocks 4. Coal is a sedimentary rock Which of the above statements is/are correct? [NDA 2002]
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• Which of the following are true with regard to igneous rocks? 1. They are formed inside the earth, under great pressure 2. They do not occur in layer 3. They are mostly crystalline in nature 4. They contain fossils
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• The best representative of the acid igneous rocks is : [IAS 2003]
• Igneous rocks are said to be acidic when they contain high proportion of:
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