Dolerite is an example of ________ rock.
A. Plutonic
B. Sedimentary
C. Hypabyssal
D. Volcanic
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Asked question is from Stones in division Air Conditioning, Thermal Insulation, Stones & Ferrous Metals of Construction & Building Materials
Right answer is C. Hypabyssal
The explanation: Dolerite is an example of a hypabyssal rock. Hypabyssal rocks are types of igneous rocks which are formed due to colling of magma at comparatively shallow depth from the surface of the earth.