Questions and Answers
What are the three criteria for the classification of rocks mentioned in the text?
Geological, Physical, and Chemical Classification
What are the three types of rock classified under geological classification?
Igneous rock, Sedimentary rock, Metamorphic rock
What are the three varieties of finishes obtained by dressing of stone mentioned in the text?
Axed finish, Boasted or droved finish, Chisel finish
What are the purposes of dressing stone mentioned in the text?
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What are the types of rocks mentioned in the text under physical classification?
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Study Notes
Rock Classification
- Rocks are classified based on three criteria: origin, composition, and texture
- Geological classification categorizes rocks into three types: Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic
Stone Finishing
- Dressing of stone obtains three varieties of finishes: Rubbed, Honed, and Polished
- The purposes of dressing stone are to enhance its appearance, increase its durability, and improve its strength
Physical Classification
- Under physical classification, rocks are categorized into three types: Foliated, Non-Foliated, and Stratified
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Test your knowledge on the classification of rocks. This quiz covers topics such as the geological, physical, and chemical classification of rocks, as well as their general structure.
