Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

  1. Rock is a naturally occurring solid aggregate of one or more minerals.

  2. The common rock; granite is a combination of the quartz, feldspar and biotite minerals.

  3. The scientific study of rocks is called pedology, which is an essential component of geology.

  4. The proportion of silica in rocks and minerals is a major factor in determining their names and properties.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The scientific study of rocks is called petrology; pedology is the scientific study of soils.

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