Q44
What is a dike in geological terms?
A.
A type of sedimentary rock
B.
A volcanic crater
C.
A metamorphic zone
D.
An inclined igneous intrusion
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
A dike is a tabular igneous intrusion that cuts across preexisting rock layers, often vertical or steeply inclined.Correct Answer: An inclined igneous intrusion.