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What type of rock can be formed by the plates of the earth’s crust pushing against each other?
  1. Igneous rock
  2. Sedimentary rock
  3. Metamorphic rock
  4. Glass
Explanation
Answer: C - Metamorphic rock can be formed by the plates of the earth’s crust pushing against each other. Metamorphic rock can also be caused by extreme heat. The deeper into the earth’s crust that a rock is located means that greater pressure will be applied to it.
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