Question 1

Siliceous sand subjected to metamorphic action is known as

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A)  laterite
B)  murram
C)  quartzite
D)  dolomiteE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of siliceous rock?

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A)  granite
B)  gnesis
C)  quartzite
D)  all the aboveE) A) and B)
F) A) and C) C

Question 3

The most powerful explosive used in blasting is.

Accepted Answer

A)  gunpowder
B)  guncotton
C)  dynamite
D)  corditeE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

The process of taking out stones of various sizes from natural rock is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  dressing
B)  seasoning
C)  polishing
D)  quarryingE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 5

The rocks formed due to solidification of molten mass are called.

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A)  aqueous rocks
B)  sedimentary rocks
C)  metamorphic rocks
D)  igneous rocksE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

A fine grained granite

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A)  can be polished well
B)  can be used for exterior facing of buildings
C)  offers higher resistance to weathering
D)  all of the aboveE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

Solidification of molten magma at the surface of the earth results in the formation of

Accepted Answer

A)  sedimentary rock
B)  basalt and traps
C)  granite
D)  metamorphic rockE) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 8

.Solidification of molten magma within the earth's crust results in the formation of

Accepted Answer

A)  sedimentary rock
B)  basalt and trap
C)  granite
D)  metamorphic rackE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Marble is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  aqueous rock
B)  metamorphic rock
C)  sedimentary rock
D)  igneous rockE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

The principal constituent of argillaceous rock is

Accepted Answer

A)  Sand
B)  lime
C)  clay
D)  all the aboveE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 11

Granite has

Accepted Answer

A)  crystalline, glossy and fused texture
B)  foliated structure
C)  layers of different compositions
D)  none of the aboveE) None of the above
F) A) and B) A

Question 12

Granite is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  aqueous rocks
B)  sedimentary rocks
C)  metamorphic rocks
D)  igneous rocksE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

The colour of granite is

Accepted Answer

A)  grey
B)  green
C)  brown
D)  all of theseE) None of the above
F) C) and D) D

Question 14

Boasted finish of dressing stone is

Accepted Answer

A)  making non-continuous parallel marks
B)  giving finish to a 20 mm margin only at edges
C)  providing continuous lines on the face
D)  working out 30-50 mm wide margin around the face with chiselE) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

Heating technique of breaking rocks is suitable if the aim is to get

Accepted Answer

A)  aggregates
B)  slabs
C)  building blocks
D)  none of the aboveE) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Laterite is chemically classified as

Accepted Answer

A)  calcareous rock
B)  siliceous rock
C)  metamorphic rock
D)  argillaceous rockE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 17

Sedimentary rocks are formed due to

Accepted Answer

A)  solidification of molten mass
B)  gradual deposition of materials like sand, clay, generally by setting water
C)  alteration of original stones under heat and pressure
D)  none of the aboveE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 18

Moisture absorption of a good stone should be less than

Accepted Answer

A)  1%
B)  5%
C)  8%
D)  12%E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

The process of giving required shape and size to stones is known as

Accepted Answer

A)  dressing
B)  seasoning
C)  polishing
D)  quarryingE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Which one of the following takes polish very well?

Accepted Answer

A)  basalt and trap
B)  granite
C)  sandstone
D)  quartziteE) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Exam 1: Geology and Types of Rocks: a Comprehensive Guide

Siliceous sand subjected to metamorphic action is known as

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Which of the following is an example of siliceous rock?

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The most powerful explosive used in blasting is.

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The process of taking out stones of various sizes from natural rock is known as

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The rocks formed due to solidification of molten mass are called.

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A fine grained granite

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Solidification of molten magma at the surface of the earth results in the formation of

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.Solidification of molten magma within the earth's crust results in the formation of

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Marble is an example of

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The principal constituent of argillaceous rock is

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Granite has

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The colour of granite is

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Heating technique of breaking rocks is suitable if the aim is to get

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Laterite is chemically classified as

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Moisture absorption of a good stone should be less than

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