Which rocks are formed from solidification and cooling of magma? 

This question was previously asked in
SSC GD Constable (2022) Official Paper (Held On : 31 Jan 2023 Shift 2)
View all SSC GD Constable Papers >
  1. Chemical Sedimentary Rocks
  2. Metamorphic rocks
  3. Sedimentary rocks
  4. Igneous rocks

Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 4 : Igneous rocks
Free
SSC GD General Knowledge and Awareness Mock Test
3.4 Lakh Users
20 Questions 40 Marks 10 Mins

Detailed Solution

Download Solution PDF

The correct answer is Igneous rocks.

Key Points

  • Igneous rocks are formed from the solidification and cooling of magma.
  •  Magma is molten rock that is found beneath the Earth's surface.
  •  Igneous rocks can be classified into two types - intrusive and extrusive.
  •  Intrusive igneous rocks are formed when magma cools slowly beneath the Earth's surface, while extrusive igneous rocks are formed when lava cools quickly on the Earth's surface.


Additional Information 

  • Chemical sedimentary rocks are formed from the precipitation of minerals from water, such as halite (rock salt) and gypsum.
  • Metamorphic rocks are formed from the transformation of pre-existing rocks due to heat, pressure, and/or chemical activity.
  • Sedimentary rocks are formed from the accumulation and cementation of sediments, such as sandstone and limestone.
Latest SSC GD Constable Updates

Last updated on Jun 30, 2025

-> The Staff Selection Commission has released the SSC GD 2025 Answer Key on 26th June 2025 on the official website.

-> The SSC GD Notification 2026 will be released in October 2025 and the exam will be scheduled in the month of January and February 2026.

-> The SSC GD Merit List is expected to be released soon by the end of April 2025.

-> Previously SSC GD Vacancy was increased for Constable(GD) in CAPFs, SSF, Rifleman (GD) in Assam Rifles and Sepoy in NCB Examination, 2025. 

-> Now the total number of vacancy is 53,690. Previously, SSC GD 2025 Notification was released for 39481 Vacancies. 

-> The SSC GD Constable written exam was held on 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st and 25th February 2025. 

-> The selection process includes CBT, PET/PST, Medical Examination, and Document Verification.

-> The candidates who will be appearing for the 2026 cycle in the exam must attempt the SSC GD Constable Previous Year Papers. Also, attempt SSC GD Constable Mock Tests.

More Geomorphology Questions

Get Free Access Now
Hot Links: teen patti game online teen patti joy mod apk teen patti king