Which one of the following is formed when volcanic ash is carried by running water and is deposited as a sedimentary layer?
Basalt
Correct Answer: (a) Basalt
Explanation: Basalt is formed when volcanic ash is carried by running water and deposited as a sedimentary layer.
Important Questions from Geomorphology
Which one of the following is not an igneous rock?
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Hypocenter is the point on the surface of the Earth, nearest to the focus.
2. Velocity of earthquake waves is higher in denser materials.
3. P waves move faster and are the first to arrive at the surface of the Earth.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Which one of the following is the lowermost/innermost intrusive igneous rock?
The formation of ‘tors’ on small rocky hills is associated with which among the following?
Which one of the following statements about metamorphic rocks is not correct?
