Q.

Molten rock below the surface of the earth is called –

A. Basalt
B. Laccolith
C. Lava
D. Magma
Answer» D. Magma
Explanation: Magma is a mixture of molten or semi-molten rock, volatiles and solids that is found beneath the surface of the Earth. When magma erupts from a volcano or other vent, the molten rock is referred to as lava. When lava cools on the Earth's surface and forms a solid structure, it is called igneous rock.
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