Which of the Following Describes the Vast Majority of Rock

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the vast majority of rock exposed on Earth's land surface?

• A) igneous
• B) metamorphic
• C) sedimentary
• D) granite
• E) foliated

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