Question
Distinguish between Intrusive and Extrusive Rocks

Answer

Intrusive Rocks Extrusive Rocks
Intrustive rocks are formed beneath the surface of the Earth. Extrusive rocks are formed on the surface of the Earth.
These rocks have large size crystals due to slow cooling. Crystals are not formed due to rapid cooling of lava.
These are also known as plutonic rocks. These are also known as volcanic rocks.
Granite is an example of these rocks. Basalt is an example of these rocks.

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