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  1. Igneous rocks are said to be acidic when they contain high proportion of ________

  2. A.

     Iron

    B.

     Magnesium

    C.

     Silica

    D.

     Aluminium

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    Answer : Option C

    Explanation :

    When Igneous rocks contain high proportion of silica, they are acidic. Acid igneous rocks such as granite are less dense and have lighter colour than basic igneous rocks.


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