Consider the following statements about rock structure: 1. Conglomerates are clastic sedimentary rocks. 2. Slate is a non-clastic sedimentary rock. 3. Granite is a plutonic igneous rock. 4. Basalt is an extrusive igneous rock. Which of the statements give

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Q: 34 (CAPF/2023)
Consider the following statements about rock
structure:
1. Conglomerates are clastic sedimentary
rocks.
2. Slate is a non-clastic sedimentary rock.
3. Granite is a plutonic igneous rock.
4. Basalt is an extrusive igneous rock.
Which of the statements given above are
correct?

question_subject: 

Science

question_exam: 

CAPF

Conglomerates are clastic sedimentary rocks, granite is a plutonic igneous rock formed deep underground, and basalt is an extrusive igneous rock formed on the surface. Slate, however, is a foliated metamorphic rock.