Q. Which of the following rocks is transformed into marble?
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Limestone
Explanation:
The correct answer is:
✅ (B) Limestone
Explanation:
Marble is a metamorphic rock formed when limestone is subjected to high temperature and pressure inside the Earth. The calcite crystals in limestone recrystallize to form marble.
- (A) Granite → forms gneiss (under metamorphism)
- (B) Limestone → Marble ✅
- (C) Peat → forms coal
- (D) Shale → forms slate
Answer: (B) Limestone.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
The correct answer is:
✅ (B) Limestone
Explanation:
Marble is a metamorphic rock formed when limestone is subjected to high temperature and pressure inside the Earth. The calcite crystals in limestone recrystallize to form marble.
- (A) Granite → forms gneiss (under metamorphism)
- (B) Limestone → Marble ✅
- (C) Peat → forms coal
- (D) Shale → forms slate
Answer: (B) Limestone.