Petrology is the study of
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option C —
Rock
Petrology is a branch of geology that focuses on the origin, composition, structure, and distribution of rocks. It is fundamental to understanding the Earth's history and the processes that shape its crust.Sedimentary Petrology: Focuses on rocks formed by the accumulation of minerals or organic particles (e.g., Limestone, Sandstone).
Metamorphic Petrology: Focuses on rocks transformed by intense heat or pressure (e.g., Marble, Slate).
Clarification of Other Options
Mineral (Mineralogy): The study of minerals, which are the inorganic chemical compounds that make up rocks.
Soil (Pedology): The study of soils in their natural environment, including their formation (pedogenesis) and classification.
Land (Geomorphology): The study of the physical features of the surface of the earth and their relation to its geological structures.
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