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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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