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Question : Limestone is a type of______.

Option 1: sedimentary rock

Option 2: metamorphic rock

Option 3: igneous rock

Option 4: volcanic rock


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Correct Answer: sedimentary rock


Solution : The correct answer is sedimentary rock.

Limestone is a type of sedimentary rock. It is composed of the mineral calcite (calcium carbonate) and often contains fossils, shells and other organic remains. Sedimentary rocks like limestone form over time through the accumulation and compaction of mineral and organic particles, typically in marine environments.

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